Israels n12 news is now reporting that at least a0 israelis have been killed, with 740 injured. Details of the palestinian incursions are unclear, but gunmen have been reported in towns near the gaza border and israelis have been warned to stay inside. There are also reports of a number of Israeli Soldiers taken captive by fighters, with hamas saying it has a big number of captives, among them senior officers. Israels military has been striking targets in gaza in response. At least 198 palestinians are confirmed dead there. Seen ongoing strikes over the past few hours. That number from Palestinian Health authorities. Over 1000 palestinians have been injured. Richard galpin has the latest. This was a Surprise Attack on israel by the militant palestinian group, hamas. Its claiming its launched 5,000 rockets injust 20 minutes. Some have hit the city of ashkelon, causing damage. Amongst those on the ground, more hamas fighters heading into the battle. There is also footage apparently showi
With explosions heard on the streets of ashkelon. Sderot is one of the towns thought to have been infiltrated by militants. With the latest on this fast escalating conflict, heres our middle east correspondent Yolande Knell and a warning that you may find some of her report upsetting. Israeli partygoers from an overnight rave running for their lives. Israels Nightmare Scenario armed Palestinian Militants at large in southern israel. It is thought that dozens entered, some cutting through the Perimeter Fence from the gaza strip. In the town of sderot, residents hid as fighters drove in. There was shooting and the israeli casualties began to mount. In a dramatic turn, videos were also shared of israelis being taken into gaza as hostages. The day had begun with intense barrages of palestinian rockets, some reaching as far asjerusalem. But the worst damage was in the towns closest to gaza. This was ashkelon. Israels Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met top security officials. Translation