Israel goes to War over surprise Hamas attack taking women and children hostage and killing hundreds

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Important Takeaways:

  • Hamas Launches Unprecedented Terror Attack on Israel
  • Responding to the surprise attack Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that the nation is “at war” and the terrorists “will pay a price it has never known before.”
  • Thus far, the attacks in Israel have reportedly left over 600 people dead and 2,048 wounded.
  • Hamas claims it has captured Israel Defense Force soldiers and civilians during its assault on Israeli border towns outside Gaza.
  • Israel’s military response –“Operation Sword of Iron”– has led to the deaths of 198 Palestinians and 1,864 people injured.
  • The attack occurred on the Jewish holiday of Shemini Atzeret, the final day of the annual High Holy Day cycle.

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