The Ruling Hamas Militant Group Launches Unprecedented Attack on Israel
The ruling Hamas militant group shocked Israel by carrying out a surprise attack at daybreak on Saturday. In this unprecedented attack, thousands of rockets were fired as dozens of fighters infiltrated the heavily fortified border in multiple locations by air, land, and sea. This surprising show of strength caught the country off guard during a major holiday, causing chaos and devastation.
The attack resulted in significant casualties, with at least 40 people killed and hundreds wounded on the Israeli side. Israeli hospitals are currently treating at least 561 wounded individuals, including 77 in critical condition. In retaliation, Israel struck targets in Gaza, resulting in at least 198 deaths and over 1,610 wounded according to the Palestinian Health Ministry.
Videos circulating on social media show Hamas fighters showcasing stolen Israeli military vehicles and parading the captured dead bodies of Israeli soldiers. Additionally, at least three Israelis were reportedly captured alive. The Israeli military is engaged in gunfights with Hamas militants who infiltrated the country through various means.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared a mass army mobilization and vowed to exact a significant price from the enemy. The attack on Simchat Torah, a joyous Jewish holiday, has revived painful memories of the 1973 Mideast war, intensifying criticism against Netanyahu and his far-right allies for their failure to anticipate this level of planning and coordination from Hamas.
The attack comes amid increased tensions in the region over settlement construction, settler violence, and disputes over Jerusalem’s holy sites. The leader of Hamas’ military wing called for Palestinians from all regions to join the fight, referring to it as “Operation Al-Aqsa Storm.” Western nations have condemned the incursion, while Saudi Arabia has called for restraint from both sides.
Israel has responded to the attack by calling up army reserves and urging the public to donate blood. The infiltration of fighters into southern Israel marks a major escalation by Hamas and has forced millions of Israelis to seek shelter in safe rooms. The Israeli military is still unsure how Hamas managed to catch them off guard.
This attack threatens to undermine Netanyahu’s reputation as a security expert and has raised concerns about the military’s readiness and deterrence. The situation remains tense as the conflict continues to unfold.
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