Rockets Fired from Gaza Hit Southern Israel Ahead of Hamas Attack Anniversary

Rockets launched from the northern Gaza Strip struck southern Israel on Sunday, according to the Israeli military. This attack occurred just one day before the first anniversary of Hamas’s attack on October 7, 2023. The military confirmed that several projectiles entered Israeli territory, with one being intercepted by Israel’s defense system. The remaining rockets landed in open areas, causing no immediate casualties or damage.

Hezbollah Claims Drone Strike on Haifa Base

In a separate incident, Hezbollah claimed responsibility for a drone strike on a maintenance and rehabilitation base south of Haifa. The group announced they had launched an air assault, using a squadron of attack drones, marking an escalation of tensions in the region. This strike highlights the increasingly volatile security situation as various militant groups remain active ahead of the Hamas attack anniversary.

Heightened Security Amid Anniversary Tensions

Israeli forces are on high alert, anticipating potential attacks as the anniversary of Hamas’s unprecedented assault looms. The security situation remains fragile, with both Israeli and Palestinian militant groups seemingly prepared for further confrontation. Significant dates such as this often lead to increased hostilities, exacerbating the already strained situation in the region.

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