Israel is facing its most serious crisis in decades in fact as this happens to be one of the most intense escalations in the Israel-Palestinian conflict in years. It's reported this could have a direct impact on Israel's Tech sector. According to investors and analysts tech companies operating in Israel are expected to fortify security as they could face disruptions.

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Israel is at war with Hamas which controls the Gaza Strip more than 11,00 people have been killed on both sides since the war broke out. On Saturday Hamas reigned thousands of rockets on Israel in a surprise pre-dawn attack from Gaza. Israeli leadership have now cautioned the nation for a long and difficult War.

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As a geopolitical crisis unfolds in Israel due to Hamas attacks on Saturday, it is sending shock waves through Global Financial markets. Oil prices have skyrocketed in the wake of this ongoing conflict as possible supply shocks loom now the market.

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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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The United States is sending a naval carrier strike group to the Eastern Mediterranean. The deployment comes in the wake of the Israel-Hamas War which is escalating by the hour. Washington is also positioning more fighter jets reportedly including f-35s and f-15s closer to Israel. Officials say the deployment of USS Gerald Arford and other US military assets near Israel will prove as a deterrent to Iran and Iranian-backed Hezbollah and other militant groups.

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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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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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<p>It was day 2&nbsp;of the war between Israel and Hamas in the Palestinian enclave of Gaza. The latest escalation of violence has become focal point of world diplomacy. Civilians on both sides of the conflict are living in fear as fighters clash. Almost the whole world has appealed both, Israel and Palestine for calm but it has not, at least till now, resulted in stoppage of fighting. There have been large number of casualties on both sides and hundreds more have been injured.</p>

<h2><strong>Top developments in Israel-Palestine war</strong></h2>

<p><strong>The actual fight:</strong></p>

<p>Israeli army has said that it has struck home of Hamas intelligence chief in the Gaza Strip.</p>

<p>The Lebanese political and militant group Hezbollah targeted three Israeli sites in Sheba Farms which the group considers to be an Israel-occupied territory. The three sites are: the Radar site, the Zabdin site and the Ruwaisat Al-Alam site. Hezbollah has accepted responsibility of the attack through a statement. Hezbollah launched missiles and artillery.</p>

<p>The Israeli forces retaliated. The IDF has even said that its UAV struck Hezbollah infrastructure in Mount Dov.</p>

<p>Israel's air strikes hammered 800 targets in Gaza. It is believed that it is a precursor to a ground invasion.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Israel-Palestine War: Israel ratifies declaration of war, bolsters defences</strong></p>

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<p>Tens of thousands of Israeli troops were put into action to tackle holdout Hamas fighters in the southern part of the country. Israeli army sought to capture the desert region near the Gaza Strip.</p>

<p>Hamas, which controls the&nbsp;Gaza Strip has said that the death toll on the Palestinian side has gone up to 413. Another 2300&nbsp;people have been injured.</p>

<p>Reports in Israeli media&nbsp;said&nbsp;that more than 700&nbsp;are dead on the Israeli side. Times of Israel reported, citing Israeli health ministry, that the number of those wounded is more than 2243.&nbsp;The Israeli government has said that more than 100 Israelis have been taken prisoners.</p>

<p>Hamas has said that its Qassam Brigades were still fighting inside several Israeli cities.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-attack-may-have-been-designed-to-derail-efforts-to-normalize-israel-saudi-arabia-ties-says-blinken-644248">Hamas attack may have been designed to derail efforts to normalize Israel-Saudi Arabia ties, says Blinken</a></strong></p>

<p>Many foreign countries have reported their nationals getting killed, abducted or going missing as the&nbsp;fighting raged. Among these countries are UK, France, Germany, the US, Brazil, Nepal, Mexico, Ukraine and Thailand.</p>

<p><strong>Diplomacy and political front</strong></p>

<p>Israel's Security Cabinet gave its seal of approval for&nbsp;the war. A post on X, from Israel's PM Office says that this approval allows the country to take 'significant military steps'.</p>

<p>Israeli President Isaac Herzog made an address to the nation and urged national unity amid the ongoing conflict.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Let us keep this spirit of heroism and this togetherness. It is our most powerful weapon.” he said.</p>

<p>He appealed citizens to refrain from spreading rumours. He asked them to follow Home Front Command.</p>

<p>“There is an indisputable fact here — the State of Israel will win this time as well,” he said. “We have no other choice.”</p>

<p>He termed Hamas' attack "an unforgivable sin"</p>

<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-vs-hamas-how-the-violence-unfolded-after-palestinian-militant-group-attacked-israel-a-timeline-644159">Israel vs Hamas: How the violence unfolded after Palestinian militant group attacked Israel. A timeline</a></strong></p>

<p>There were hints&nbsp;already that the US, biggest backer of Israel, would&nbsp;take steps to support it. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said earlier that the US will 'likely' release details on new military assistance to Israel on Sunday itself.</p>

<p>An announcement from the White House followed after a few hours.</p>

<p>US President Joe Biden ordered "additional support for Israel in the face of this unprecedented terrorist assault by Hamas,"&nbsp; said the White House.</p>

<p>US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin said Washington "will be rapidly providing the Israel Defense Forces with additional equipment and resources, including munitions".&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added that aircraft carrier USS Gerald R Ford, along with its accompanying warships had been ordered to go to eastern Mediterranean Sea.</p>

<p>The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) was slated&nbsp;to hold emergency consultations on the conflict on Sunday (Oct 8). The meeting was called by Malta and received support from UAE and Brazil.</p>

<p>Arab League chief Ahmed Aboul Gheit went to Moscow to hold talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on the situation in Gaza.</p>

<p>The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said that it was talking with Saudi Arabia and Jordan to bring the conflict to a stop.</p>

<p>Saudi Arabia called for an “immediate cessation of violence”.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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It was day 2 of the war between Israel and Hamas in the Palestinian enclave of Gaza. The latest escalation of violence has become focal point of world diplomacy.

It was day 2 of the war between Israel and Hamas in the Palestinian enclave of Gaza. The latest escalation of violence has become focal point of world diplomacy. Civilians on both sides of the conflict are living in fear as fighters clash. Almost the whole world has appealed both, Israel and Palestine for calm but it has not, at least till now, resulted in stoppage of fighting. There have been large number of casualties on both sides and hundreds more have been injured. Top developments in Israel-Palestine war The actual fight: Israeli army has said that it has struck home of Hamas intelligence chief in the Gaza Strip. The Lebanese political and militant group Hezbollah targeted three Israeli sites in Sheba Farms which the group considers to be an Israel-occupied territory. The three sites are: the Radar site, the Zabdin site and the Ruwaisat Al-Alam site. Hezbollah has accepted responsibility of the attack through a statement. Hezbollah launched missiles and artillery. The Israeli forces retaliated. The IDF has even said that its UAV struck Hezbollah infrastructure in Mount Dov. Israel's air strikes hammered 800 targets in Gaza. It is believed that it is a precursor to a ground invasion. Watch | Israel-Palestine War: Israel ratifies declaration of war, bolsters defences × Tens of thousands of Israeli troops were put into action to tackle holdout Hamas fighters in the southern part of the country. Israeli army sought to capture the desert region near the Gaza Strip. Hamas, which controls the Gaza Strip has said that the death toll on the Palestinian side has gone up to 413. Another 2300 people have been injured. Reports in Israeli media said that more than 700 are dead on the Israeli side. Times of Israel reported, citing Israeli health ministry, that the number of those wounded is more than 2243. The Israeli government has said that more than 100 Israelis have been taken prisoners. Hamas has said that its Qassam Brigades were still fighting inside several Israeli cities. Also Read | Hamas attack may have been designed to derail efforts to normalize Israel-Saudi Arabia ties, says Blinken Many foreign countries have reported their nationals getting killed, abducted or going missing as the fighting raged. Among these countries are UK, France, Germany, the US, Brazil, Nepal, Mexico, Ukraine and Thailand. Diplomacy and political front Israel's Security Cabinet gave its seal of approval for the war. A post on X, from Israel's PM Office says that this approval allows the country to take 'significant military steps'. Israeli President Isaac Herzog made an address to the nation and urged national unity amid the ongoing conflict. “Let us keep this spirit of heroism and this togetherness. It is our most powerful weapon.” he said. He appealed citizens to refrain from spreading rumours. He asked them to follow Home Front Command. “There is an indisputable fact here — the State of Israel will win this time as well,” he said. “We have no other choice.” He termed Hamas' attack "an unforgivable sin" Also Read | Israel vs Hamas: How the violence unfolded after Palestinian militant group attacked Israel. A timeline There were hints already that the US, biggest backer of Israel, would take steps to support it. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said earlier that the US will 'likely' release details on new military assistance to Israel on Sunday itself. An announcement from the White House followed after a few hours. US President Joe Biden ordered "additional support for Israel in the face of this unprecedented terrorist assault by Hamas," said the White House. US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin said Washington "will be rapidly providing the Israel Defense Forces with additional equipment and resources, including munitions". He added that aircraft carrier USS Gerald R Ford, along with its accompanying warships had been ordered to go to eastern Mediterranean Sea. The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) was slated to hold emergency consultations on the conflict on Sunday (Oct 8). The meeting was called by Malta and received support from UAE and Brazil. Arab League chief Ahmed Aboul Gheit went to Moscow to hold talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on the situation in Gaza. The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said that it was talking with Saudi Arabia and Jordan to bring the conflict to a stop. Saudi Arabia called for an “immediate cessation of violence”. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>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.</p>

<p>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.<br />
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that all Hamas hideouts in Gaza will be turned to ‘rubble’.&nbsp;<br />
“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.<br />
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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.</p>

<p>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.<br />
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Israeli forces responded with artillery strikes into Lebanon and a drone attack on a Hezbollah post near the border, the military said.&nbsp;<br />
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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.<br />
Shebaa Farms is considered by Lebanon as Israeli-occupied, reported CNN.&nbsp;<br />
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The three sites include the Radar site, the Zabdin site, and the Ruwaisat Al-Alam site, the statement by Hezbollah said.&nbsp;<br />
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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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/what-is-hamas-the-palestinian-group-behind-the-surprise-attack-on-israel-643903">What is Hamas, Palestinian group behind the surprise attack on Israel?</a></p>

<h2><strong>Overwhelmed hospitals and ongoing operations</strong></h2>

<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

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<p>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.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, relentless rocket barrages persist, forcing hundreds of thousands of residents in southern and central Israel to seek shelter repeatedly.</p>

<p>Rockets that evaded the Iron Dome defence system inflicted serious injuries on some people.</p>

<p>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;</p>

<h2><strong>Israel's response</strong></h2>

<p>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;</p>

<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Israel-Palestine Conflict: Women captured, taken hostage after Hamas militants storm Israel</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Key hotspots and successful rescues</strong></h2>

<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

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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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