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What happened on October 7 last year?
On October 7, 2023, Hamas launched a large-scale attack on Israel from Gaza, involving rocket fire and ground incursions. Thousands of militants breached the border, attacking military bases and civilian communities. The attacks resulted in widespread casualties and the abduction of many Israelis and foreign nationals.
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