Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that Israel’s response to attacks from the Islamist militant group Hamas will have far-reaching implications for the Middle East. During a meeting with officials from southern Israeli towns, Netanyahu emphasized that Hamas will face severe consequences for their actions. “What Hamas will face will be harsh and terrible,” he declared.
The Israeli airstrikes were launched in retaliation to the attacks by Hamas on Saturday, which resulted in the deaths of over 700 Israelis, with another 2,400 being injured. Additionally, Hamas militants captured over 100 Israelis and took them back to the Gaza Strip.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Health in Gaza has reported that more than 558 people have been killed and over 2,800 injured as a result of the Israeli strikes. It is important to note that Hamas is classified as a terrorist organization by Israel, the European Union, and the United States.
This escalation of violence between Israel and Hamas has sparked concerns about the future of the region.
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