Israel reacts to Hamas terror attacks by strengthening defense forces in Gaza

Israel’s high-level security cabinet convened Thursday night, hours after a barrage of 34 rockets was fired from Lebanon toward northern Israel, reportedly, in the largest such attack in 17 years. As expected, Israeli Defense Forces responded strongly to the assault while attempting to avoid an uncontrollable escalation. The Israel Air Force began targeting Hamas positions in Gaza, and Hamas launched rocket fire back at southern Israel. Prime Minister Netanyahu stated during Thursday's government cabinet meeting: "We are all, without exception, united on this,” he said, adding that the country “will hit back at our enemies, and they will pay the price for every act of aggression. “Our enemies will learn again that during times that we are tested, Israeli citizens stand together united.”