Israel hits Hamas outpost in Gaza after new wave of arson balloons
At least two balloons carrying explosives landed in Israeli territory during the week, leading to IDF response
An Israel Air Force jet struck a Hamas outpost in Gaza in response to arson balloons launched from Gaza toward southern Israel.
The attack occurred on Wednesday night, the IDF said.
At least two balloons carrying explosives landed in Israeli territory on Wednesday.
One sparked a fire in an agricultural field. Incendiary balloons also were launched toward southern Israel on Tuesday, sparking at least one fire. They are the first such attacks in several months.
Along with the balloons, Palestinians have begun nightly raids on the border with Gaza, including burning tires, throwing explosives and attempted infiltrations.
Parents in Israel have to warn their children to stay away from balloons because Gazans launch them into Israel with explosives attached to them. Just like they did today with these.
In response, IDF aircraft struck a Hamas military post. pic.twitter.com/9BZMLvQK5G
— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) February 20, 2019
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