More than 1,100 people have been killed on both sides since the wall broke out on Saturday when Hamas reigned thousands of rockets on Israel in a surprise pre-dawn attack from Gaza. In the latest update Israeli forces said that they hit over 500 Targets in Gaza overnight which they say severely degrades the capabilities of Hamas group.

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Israeli air strikes and artillery shelling struck more than 500 targets belonging to the Hamas and Islamic Jihad militant groups in the Gaza Strip. Overnight thick plumes of smoke blew from the Palestinian Enclave as the strikes continued in the early hours of morning. Israel has been carrying out continuous air strikes in the Gaza Strip in response to the surprise large-scale attack by the militants on Saturday.

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Germany debated on Sunday whether it should stop aid to Palestinians following the biggest attack on Israel in years by Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, with the government saying it was reviewing the way it spent development funds in the region.

Development Minister Svenja Schulze of the ruling centre-left Social Democrats said the government had always been careful to check that the money was only used for peaceful ends.

"But these attacks on Israel mark a terrible fracture," she said. "We will now review our entire engagement for the Palestinian territories."

Germany would discuss with Israel how development projects in the region could best be served, and coordinate with international partners, said the minister.

Some German lawmakers, from the opposition conservatives in particular, called for an end to the aid.

"All of Europe, all 27 states, must now say: we need a new start and we will no longer finance terrorists," said Armin Laschet, chancellor candidate for the conservatives at the last federal election, calling for an end to EU cooperation with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, who is based in the West Bank.

But pushback came from the opposition Left party and the Greens, junior partner in the federal coalition.

Hamas, and not all Palestinians, were responsible for the attack, said Gregor Gysi, a prominent member of the Left party.

The commissioner for humanitarian assistance Luise Amtsberg in the Greens-run foreign ministry said that the government did not finance the Palestinian Authority but rather people who were suffering.

"In 2023 the foreign ministry distributed 72 million euros of humanitarian aid in the Palestinian territories through international organisations and the United Nations," she said.

"These funds above all gave suffering people in the Palestinian territories access to food provisions and health care."

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Germany debated on Sunday whether it should stop aid to Palestinians following the biggest attack on Israel in years by Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, with the government saying it was reviewing the way it spent development funds in the region. Development Minister Svenja Schulze of the ruling centre-left Social Democrats said the government had always been careful to check that the money was only used for peaceful ends. "But these attacks on Israel mark a terrible fracture," she said. "We will now review our entire engagement for the Palestinian territories." Germany would discuss with Israel how development projects in the region could best be served, and coordinate with international partners, said the minister. Some German lawmakers, from the opposition conservatives in particular, called for an end to the aid. "All of Europe, all 27 states, must now say: we need a new start and we will no longer finance terrorists," said Armin Laschet, chancellor candidate for the conservatives at the last federal election, calling for an end to EU cooperation with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, who is based in the West Bank. But pushback came from the opposition Left party and the Greens, junior partner in the federal coalition. Hamas, and not all Palestinians, were responsible for the attack, said Gregor Gysi, a prominent member of the Left party. The commissioner for humanitarian assistance Luise Amtsberg in the Greens-run foreign ministry said that the government did not finance the Palestinian Authority but rather people who were suffering. "In 2023 the foreign ministry distributed 72 million euros of humanitarian aid in the Palestinian territories through international organisations and the United Nations," she said. "These funds above all gave suffering people in the Palestinian territories access to food provisions and health care." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Israel is at war with Hamas and more than 1,100 people have been killed on both sides since the war broke out on Saturday after Hamas reign thousands of rockets on Israel in a surprise pre-drawn attack from Gaza. Lately, the Israeli leadership have cautioned the nation for a long difficult War. A total of 18,000 Indians are supposed to be rescued from the war strewn country of Israel.

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Netanyahu's right-wing government has always made great play of its security credentials and taken an uncompromising stance towards the Palestinian militant factions. However, when the time came Israel's security apparatus appeared to break down. Here's a detailed analysis of the Hamas attack and Israel's response.

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The war in Israel has left a huge impact on the music industry as well. After Hamas's deadly attack on the counter, sold-out shows in Tel Aviv now stand cancelled. Bruno Mas who was set to perform a second show in Tel Aviv cancelled at the last minute that is after Israel declared itself at war with Hamas.

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Israel is at war with Hamas and more than 1,100 people have been killed on both sides since the war broke out on Saturday after Hamas reign thousands of rockets on Israel in a surprise pre-drawn attack from Gaza. Lately, the Israeli leadership have cautioned the nation for a long difficult War.

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Israel is&nbsp;gripped by a nightmarish scenario as the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) initiated an extensive mobilisation, and bracing for what appeared to be a full-blown war.

This is a result of one of the darkest and most devastating days in Israel's history, marked by an unparalleled terrorist onslaught on its southern communities. The assault led to hundreds of casualties on both sides, with over 300 in Israel alone, over 1,800 injuries, and the apparent abduction of dozens by the Hamas terror group, reported the Times of Israel. 
 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that all Hamas hideouts in Gaza will be turned to ‘rubble’.&nbsp; 
“All the places in which Hamas is based, in this city of evil, all the places Hamas is hiding in, acting from -- we’ll turn them into rubble.&nbsp;I’m telling the people of Gaza: get out of there now, because we’re about to act everywhere with all our force,” he said. 
 
PM Netanyahu further&nbsp;said the country is embarking on a “long and difficult war” after a surprise attack by Hamas terrorists led to over 300 deaths, while 100 Israelis have been held hostage.

On Sunday morning, the Iranian-backed armed group Hezbollah said it had fired rockets and artillery into northern Israel “in solidarity” with the Palestinian people. 
 
Israeli forces responded with artillery strikes into Lebanon and a drone attack on a Hezbollah post near the border, the military said.&nbsp; 
 
The Lebanese group Hezbollah issued a statement Sunday claiming responsibility for targeting three Israeli sites in an area known as Shebaa Farms using missiles and artillery. 
Shebaa Farms is considered by Lebanon as Israeli-occupied, reported CNN.&nbsp; 
 
The three sites include the Radar site, the Zabdin site, and the Ruwaisat Al-Alam site, the statement by Hezbollah said.&nbsp; 
 
In an assault of shocking breadth, Hamas militants infiltrated as many as 22 locations in southern Israel, reaching towns and communities situated up to 15 miles (24 kilometres) from the Gaza border.

Their rampage persisted for hours, targeting both civilians and soldiers, while Israel's military scrambled to mount a response. Gunfights persisted well into the night, with terrorists holding hostages in standoffs in at least two towns.

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<h2>Overwhelmed hospitals and ongoing operations</h2>

Hospitals found themselves inundated with wounded patients, with the latest count at over 1,800&nbsp;casualties, including 300 in serious condition and 19 in critical condition, reported the Times of Israel.

Many civilians remained trapped in their homes, fearful of roaming terrorists hunting for victims. Security forces engaged in hostage situations, house raids, and confrontations with gunmen, successfully neutralising armed threats.

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Simultaneously, social media platforms were flooded with photographs and videos that conveyed the scenes of devastation from the targeted towns. These visuals were accompanied by distressing footage of frightened people, including men, women, and children, being forcibly taken from their homes to an uncertain fate in Gaza.

Meanwhile, relentless rocket barrages persist, forcing hundreds of thousands of residents in southern and central Israel to seek shelter repeatedly.

Rockets that evaded the Iron Dome defence system inflicted serious injuries on some people.

The situation prompted pointed questions and demands for answers concerning multiple facets of the crisis, including intelligence failures, deployment issues, and policy decisions that contributed to a national catastrophe.&nbsp;

<h2>Israel's response</h2>

In response to the crisis, Israel was in the initial stages of a military operation that its leaders pledged would be unprecedented. The IDF conducted strikes on terror targets throughout the Gaza Strip.&nbsp;

Four divisions of reservists were deployed to the Gaza border, augmenting the 35 battalions already stationed there. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that Israel was at war and discussed the potential formation of an emergency government with opposition leaders.

In a late-night address to the nation, Netanyahu vowed to harness the full capabilities of the IDF to dismantle Hamas's capacities and urged Gaza residents to evacuate. He characterised the day's events as unprecedented and pledged to ensure they would not recur.

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<h2>Key hotspots and successful rescues</h2>

Throughout the day, several flashpoints emerged, including intense gunfire at a police station in Sderot controlled by unidentified terrorists, an ongoing hostage situation in Ofakim, gun battles in Netivot, and efforts to free Israelis held hostage for hours by Hamas gunmen within the dining hall at Kibbutz Be'eri.

In the early hours of Sunday (Oct 8), authorities confirmed the successful rescue of hostages in Sderot, Ofakim, and Be'eri, with the Hamas terrorists involved in those standoffs neutralised.

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Israel is gripped by a nightmarish scenario as the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) initiated an extensive mobilisation, and bracing for what appeared to be a full-blown war.

Israel is gripped by a nightmarish scenario as the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) initiated an extensive mobilisation, and bracing for what appeared to be a full-blown war. This is a result of one of the darkest and most devastating days in Israel's history, marked by an unparalleled terrorist onslaught on its southern communities. The assault led to hundreds of casualties on both sides, with over 300 in Israel alone, over 1,800 injuries, and the apparent abduction of dozens by the Hamas terror group, reported the Times of Israel. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that all Hamas hideouts in Gaza will be turned to ‘rubble’. “All the places in which Hamas is based, in this city of evil, all the places Hamas is hiding in, acting from -- we’ll turn them into rubble. I’m telling the people of Gaza: get out of there now, because we’re about to act everywhere with all our force,” he said. PM Netanyahu further said the country is embarking on a “long and difficult war” after a surprise attack by Hamas terrorists led to over 300 deaths, while 100 Israelis have been held hostage. On Sunday morning, the Iranian-backed armed group Hezbollah said it had fired rockets and artillery into northern Israel “in solidarity” with the Palestinian people. Israeli forces responded with artillery strikes into Lebanon and a drone attack on a Hezbollah post near the border, the military said. The Lebanese group Hezbollah issued a statement Sunday claiming responsibility for targeting three Israeli sites in an area known as Shebaa Farms using missiles and artillery. Shebaa Farms is considered by Lebanon as Israeli-occupied, reported CNN. The three sites include the Radar site, the Zabdin site, and the Ruwaisat Al-Alam site, the statement by Hezbollah said. In an assault of shocking breadth, Hamas militants infiltrated as many as 22 locations in southern Israel, reaching towns and communities situated up to 15 miles (24 kilometres) from the Gaza border. Their rampage persisted for hours, targeting both civilians and soldiers, while Israel's military scrambled to mount a response. Gunfights persisted well into the night, with terrorists holding hostages in standoffs in at least two towns. Also read | What is Hamas, Palestinian group behind the surprise attack on Israel? Overwhelmed hospitals and ongoing operations Hospitals found themselves inundated with wounded patients, with the latest count at over 1,800 casualties, including 300 in serious condition and 19 in critical condition, reported the Times of Israel. Many civilians remained trapped in their homes, fearful of roaming terrorists hunting for victims. Security forces engaged in hostage situations, house raids, and confrontations with gunmen, successfully neutralising armed threats. 🇮🇱 MASSIVE rocket barrage reportedly headed toward Tel Aviv. Huge explosions reported in the north of Jerusalem. pic.twitter.com/XM8xwkrqLx — Jackson Hinkle 🇺🇸 (@jacksonhinklle) October 7, 2023 × Simultaneously, social media platforms were flooded with photographs and videos that conveyed the scenes of devastation from the targeted towns. These visuals were accompanied by distressing footage of frightened people, including men, women, and children, being forcibly taken from their homes to an uncertain fate in Gaza. Meanwhile, relentless rocket barrages persist, forcing hundreds of thousands of residents in southern and central Israel to seek shelter repeatedly. Rockets that evaded the Iron Dome defence system inflicted serious injuries on some people. The situation prompted pointed questions and demands for answers concerning multiple facets of the crisis, including intelligence failures, deployment issues, and policy decisions that contributed to a national catastrophe. Israel's response In response to the crisis, Israel was in the initial stages of a military operation that its leaders pledged would be unprecedented. The IDF conducted strikes on terror targets throughout the Gaza Strip. Four divisions of reservists were deployed to the Gaza border, augmenting the 35 battalions already stationed there. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that Israel was at war and discussed the potential formation of an emergency government with opposition leaders. In a late-night address to the nation, Netanyahu vowed to harness the full capabilities of the IDF to dismantle Hamas's capacities and urged Gaza residents to evacuate. He characterised the day's events as unprecedented and pledged to ensure they would not recur. Watch | Israel-Palestine Conflict: Women captured, taken hostage after Hamas militants storm Israel Key hotspots and successful rescues Throughout the day, several flashpoints emerged, including intense gunfire at a police station in Sderot controlled by unidentified terrorists, an ongoing hostage situation in Ofakim, gun battles in Netivot, and efforts to free Israelis held hostage for hours by Hamas gunmen within the dining hall at Kibbutz Be'eri. In the early hours of Sunday (Oct 8), authorities confirmed the successful rescue of hostages in Sderot, Ofakim, and Be'eri, with the Hamas terrorists involved in those standoffs neutralised. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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London police said Sunday that they had boosted patrols across parts of the city following the attacks on Israel by the Palestinian militant group Hamas.

"We are aware of a number of incidents... in relation to the ongoing conflict in Israel and the border with Gaza," the Metropolitan Police said on social media.

"The Met has increased policing patrols across parts of London in order to provide a visible presence and reassurance to our communities," it said.

Britain's interior minister Suella Braverman said there should be "zero tolerance for anti-Semitism or glorification of terrorism on the streets of Britain".

"I expect the police to use the full force of the law against displays of support for Hamas, other proscribed terrorist groups or attempts to intimidate British Jews," Braverman wrote on X, formerly Twitter.

There was visible security around one synagogue in northwest London, an AFP journalist saw.

The flare-up of violence began with a massive rocket barrage and ground, air and sea offensive on Saturday that Israel's army said had killed more than 600 Israelis and wounded over 2,000, with soldiers and civilians taken hostage.

Police in Germany and France also said they had reinforced security around synagogues and Jewish schools and monuments, with some supporters of the Palestinians taking to the streets of Berlin to celebrate the attack.

"We are aware that the ongoing conflict may lead to protests over the coming days. We will ensure that an appropriate policing plan is in place," the Met said.

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London police said Sunday that they had boosted patrols across parts of the city following the attacks on Israel by the Palestinian militant group Hamas. "We are aware of a number of incidents.

London police said Sunday that they had boosted patrols across parts of the city following the attacks on Israel by the Palestinian militant group Hamas. "We are aware of a number of incidents... in relation to the ongoing conflict in Israel and the border with Gaza," the Metropolitan Police said on social media. "The Met has increased policing patrols across parts of London in order to provide a visible presence and reassurance to our communities," it said. Britain's interior minister Suella Braverman said there should be "zero tolerance for anti-Semitism or glorification of terrorism on the streets of Britain". "I expect the police to use the full force of the law against displays of support for Hamas, other proscribed terrorist groups or attempts to intimidate British Jews," Braverman wrote on X, formerly Twitter. There was visible security around one synagogue in northwest London, an AFP journalist saw. The flare-up of violence began with a massive rocket barrage and ground, air and sea offensive on Saturday that Israel's army said had killed more than 600 Israelis and wounded over 2,000, with soldiers and civilians taken hostage. Police in Germany and France also said they had reinforced security around synagogues and Jewish schools and monuments, with some supporters of the Palestinians taking to the streets of Berlin to celebrate the attack. "We are aware that the ongoing conflict may lead to protests over the coming days. We will ensure that an appropriate policing plan is in place," the Met said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

London Police step up patrols to check show of support for Hamas, bid to intimidate Jews

The death toll in Israel after a surprise attack by Hamas has surged to more than 600, while over 100 people were being held as "prisoners" by the militant group, the Israel government said. The government's press office posted the latest figures on its Facebook, which were confirmed to AFP by an official working at the bureau who declined to be named. The death toll "is not a final number", the official said, adding that more than 2,000 people had been wounded including 200 who were in "critical condition".

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