Israel ’at war’ vowing to turn Hamas ’to rubble’ after surprise attacks

THOUSANDS of rockets were fired into Israel by Hamas militants. At least 198 Israelis were killed in the attack, according to health officials, and more than 500 were injured, said Israel health minister. Israeli military forces have now declared a “state of war“ after the horror unfolded this morning. Israel is striking Hamas targets in Gaza after the terror group launched an unprecedented wave of surprise attacks. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to turn Hamas strongholds in the enclave “to rubble“. The Israeli Air Force carried out multiple strikes on Gaza buildings said to be Hamas military targets. The Palestinian ministry of health in Gaza said at least 256 Palestinians were killed in air strikes and over 1,700 were injured. Israel has vowed to do whatever it takes to protect its citizens and says Hamas will “pay a heavy price“. The Sun newspaper brings you the latest breaking news videos and explainers from the UK and around the world Become a Sun Subscriber and hit the bell to be the first to know Read The Sun: Like The Sun on Facebook: Follow The Sun on Twitter: Subscribe to The Sun on Snapchat: #palestine #israel #war #gaza