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Hamas's Surprise Attack Sparks Major Israeli Military Response

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Hamas spent years meticulously gathering intelligence on Israeli border towns, culminating in a shocking surprise attack on October 7, 2023, that claimed around 1,200 Israeli lives. In retaliation, Israel initiated a military operation in Gaza, determined to dismantle Hamas's power while simultaneously confronting threats from Hezbollah in Lebanon and ongoing rocket fire from Gaza.

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Hamas spent years meticulously gathering intelligence on Israeli border towns, culminating in a shocking surprise attack on October 7, 2023, that claimed around 1,200 Israeli lives. In retaliation, Israel initiated a military operation in Gaza, determined to dismantle Hamas's power while simultaneously confronting threats from Hezbollah in Lebanon and ongoing rocket fire from Gaza.