ISRAEL: Netanyahu says 'We Are At WAR'
9 videos • 0 views • by Breaking News Today ISRAEL: Netanyahu says 'We Are At WAR' Hamas militants fired thousands of rockets and sent dozens of fighters into Israeli towns near the Gaza Strip in an unprecedented surprise early morning attack during a major Jewish holiday. Israel says it’s now at war with Hamas and launched airstrikes in Gaza, The strength, sophistication and timing of the attack shocked Israelis. Israeli death toll now at least 70 Israel’s national rescue service said at least 70 people have been killed and hundreds more were wounded in a surprise attack by the militant group Hamas. The casualties made Hamas’ attack on southern Israel the deadliest one in Israel in years. The Magen David Adom said Saturday that “hundreds” of people were seriously injured and strongly urged the public to heed the directives of Israeli authorities for safety. The wounded were being evacuated in ambulances, mobile intensive care vehicles, and by helicopter to various hospitals. At least 198 people in the Gaza Strip have been killed in Israel’s retaliation, the Palestinian Health Ministry in Gaza said. President Biden said in a statement that he spoke to Netanyahu on Saturday morning "about the horrific and ongoing attacks in Israel." "The United States unequivocally condemns this appalling assault against Israel by Hamas terrorists from Gaza, and I made clear to Prime Minister Netanyahu that we stand ready to offer all appropriate means of support to the Government and people of Israel," Biden said. Biden said that, "Israel has a right to defend itself and its people," and warned that any other party hostile to Israel shouldn't take advantage of the situation. "My Administration’s support for Israel’s security is rock solid and unwavering," Biden said. "My team and I are tracking this situation closely, and I will remain in close touch with Prime Minister Netanyahu." Hamas militants launched a surprise attack during a major Jewish holiday, firing thousands of rockets and sending fighters into Israeli towns near the Gaza Strip. Israel, in response, initiated airstrikes, marking the deadliest conflict in years. The Israeli death toll stands at a minimum of 70, with hundreds more wounded. The Magen David Adom reported "hundreds" of serious injuries and urged the public to follow safety directives. Evacuations were underway using ambulances, intensive care vehicles, and helicopters. In Gaza, at least 198 people lost their lives due to Israel's retaliation, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry. President Biden expressed his concern, having spoken with Prime Minister Netanyahu, condemning the "appalling assault" by Hamas. He affirmed Israel's right to self-defense and pledged unwavering support. Biden's administration is closely monitoring the situation and maintaining close communication with Prime Minister Netanyahu. #shorts, #HamasAttack, #IsraelConflict, #GazaCrisis, #IsraelUnderFire, #HamasRockets, #IsraeliAirstrikes, #MiddleEastTensions, #IsraelSecurity, #BidenStatement, #SupportForIsrael, #GazaCasualties, #IsraeliRetaliation, #MagenDavidAdom, #BidenSupport, #NetanyahuTalks, #HamasAssault, #JewishHolidayAttack, #GazaHealthMinistry, #IsraelMilitants, #BidenAdministration, #SafetyDirectives, #UnwaveringSupport, #GazaCrisisUpdate, #HamasTerrorists, #GazaIsraelConflict