Hamas, which infiltrated the south of Israel in the early hours of Saturday morning, began to spread in the country in a short time. Hamas forces, which fired 5 thousand rockets in 20 minutes, later increased their influence, especially in the city of Sderot. Israel launched ‘Operation Iron Swords’ against Hamas’ attacks. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that they will use all their (military) forces and asked Gaza residents to leave the region. On the other hand, it was reported that the number of Israelis killed in the attacks carried out from the Gaza Strip increased to 300. Palestinian Wafa news agency reported that at least 256 people lost their lives due to Israeli attacks. More than 1800 people were injured in the attacks.
USA ANNOUNCED THE BALANCE SHEET
The US Embassy in Israel reported that at least 100 Israeli civilians and soldiers have been captured so far. In the continuation of the statement, the embassy states that more than 300 Israelis died and more than 1,800 were injured. Israel has not yet confirmed these figures announced by the USA.
BLOODY RAID BY HAMAS
The bloodiest development of last night took place in Sderot, where Hamas is trying to increase its control. A hot conflict broke out between local police units and Hamas forces in the city where only 27 thousand people live. While many civilians and police officers died as a result of clashes that lasted for hours, Hamas managed to enter the police station.
THEY KILLED 20 ISRAELI POLICE POLICE WHO TAKEN HOSTAGE
According to the news in Milliyet; When the police station fell, 20 Israeli police officers were taken hostage inside. While the clashes with support forces continued until the morning, Hamas killed 20 prisoners there.
In the clashes that continued until the morning hours, Israeli forces regained control of the police station. According to local media reports, the Israeli side killed 10 Palestinians here during the clashes. The Times of Israel’s report included the police’s statement that “full control was achieved and our forces neutralized approximately 10 armed terrorists at the station.”
CONFLICT LASTING FOR 20 HOURS
Police also reported that bulldozers, tanks and shoulder-launched missiles were used to maintain control at Sderot police station after a conflict that lasted approximately 20 hours. In the images posted on social media, it was recorded that bulldozers were removing the obstacles put up by Hamas to prevent tanks from passing.