Explosions lit up the skies early Saturday as Hamas fired a massive rocket barrage from Gaza into Israel, accompanied by a rare ground incursion by Palestinian fighters. The Israeli military confirmed the dual assault, calling it an 'unprecedented escalation' and vowing Hamas 'will bear full responsibility' for the consequences. 🚨
CGTN Stringer footage shows chaotic scenes in southern Israel, with buildings damaged by rockets and thick smoke rising over Khan Younis in Gaza. Sirens blared across Israeli towns as residents scrambled for shelter—a scene eerily reminiscent of action movies, but all too real for civilians caught in the crossfire. 🎬➡️😱
While Israel’s Iron Dome defense system intercepted many rockets, some struck targets, deepening fears of a broader conflict. Analysts warn this attack could derail recent regional peace efforts. For young globetrotters and news watchers: Travel advisories are likely as tensions spike along the Mediterranean coast. 🌍✈️
