Hamas fires rockets towards Tel Aviv, setting off air raid sirens for the first time in months
- Hamas launched a rocket attack towards Tel Aviv, marking the first such incident in months.
- Air raid sirens were sounded in central Israel, including in Tel Aviv, after the rocket attack.
- The Israeli military responded to the attack, heightening tensions in the region.
Hamas launched rockets from Gaza towards Tel Aviv for the first time in months. No immediate reports of casualties or damage. This is the first long-range rocket attack from Gaza since January. Palestinian militants have sporadically fired rockets and mortar rounds at communities along the Gaza border. The Israeli military said eight projectiles crossed into Israel from Rafah, where Israeli forces recently launched an incursion. Israel's Iron Dome defence system intercepted several missiles. Reasons: Hamas launched the rockets to target Tel Aviv. Israeli forces had recently launched an incursion in Rafah, leading to tensions. Hamas may be trying to show strength or disrupt negotiations. Results: Rocket sirens sounded in Tel Aviv. No casualties or damage reported. The conflict between Israel and Hamas has caused significant displacement and casualties in Gaza. The situation remains tense with ongoing military operations and aid agreements being affected.