Israel warns of 'forceful' response to kites flown from Gaza
Summary
Israel has warned that it will respond strongly to kites launched from Gaza, which were found near the border but did not carry explosives. Hamas denies involvement with the kites, calling them toys used by children and accusing Israel of using the situation to justify continuing air strikes in Gaza.Key Facts
- Several kites were found in an Israeli community close to the Gaza border over the weekend.
- Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz said there would be forceful action to stop kite launches.
- Previously, kites with incendiary devices caused fires in Israel’s forests and farmland.
- Hamas denied responsibility and said the kites belonged to children living in Gaza displacement camps.
- Israel treats kites, balloons, and drones the same way, whether or not they have explosives.
- Israeli military reported air strikes killed several members of Hamas in Gaza, including weapons commanders.
- Palestinian officials reported recent Israeli strikes killed civilians, including a young boy.
- The conflict follows a Hamas-led attack on Israel on 7 October 2023, which led to many deaths and hostages.
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