In a sudden turn of events, the city of Sderot in Israel has become a focal point for clashes between Palestinian militants and Israeli forces. residents were instructed to remain indoors and secure their premises due to fears of militant infiltration.
Fighting continues in Sderot-Image Source: X
This Israeli town, located near the Gaza Strip, has recently seen intense exchanges, with militants making significant inroads including taking control of a police station and commandeering vehicles. The Israeli Broadcasting Corporation has reported several injuries in the skirmishes that ensued around the Sderot police station.
Early into these clashes, amateur footage emerged on social media platforms, apparently showcasing armed militants within Sderot.
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Further developments from Gaza include a barrage of rockets launched towards Israel by Hamas. Meanwhile, the Israeli military has initiated an operation named “Iron Swords” against Hamas in the Gaza Strip. While the military confrontations continue, there have been reports of mortar shells fired from Lebanon into northern Israel, adding a new dimension to the escalating conflict.
As casualty numbers rise on both sides, Morocco has called for an urgent meeting of the Arab League, highlighting the regional implications of this situation. Moreover, there are reports of Israeli tourists and an Egyptian being killed in a shooting incident in Alexandria, although the connection to the broader conflict remains unclear.
