Israel has declared a state of war after Hamas, the Palestinian militant group, conducted a sudden and extensive attack. Around 5,000 rockets were launched from the   Gaza Strip  , along with the infiltration of militants into the country. In Israel, the violent conflict led to the loss of more than 300 lives, while the Gaza authorities reported a death toll of 232, making it the most severe escalation in years. A significant number of individuals were injured on both sides. 

Prime MinisterBenjamin Netanyahu   assures that the Israeli army is fully prepared for extensive operations, vowing to destroy the Gaza hideouts of the group and advising residents to evacuate promptly.

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• Over 700 Israeli individuals have lost their lives in a  Hamas attack  , as Israeli troops persistently engage in combat with Hamas fighters, evacuating communities near the border and recovering additional casualties among Israeli civilians.
• Gunshots heard in a kibbutz located near Gaza.
• Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu designates Gal Hirsch, a retired brigadier general and former leader of the 91st Division during the 2006 Second Lebanon War, to take charge of locating and negotiating the release of missing and abducted Israeli citizens on behalf of the government.
• The government has verified that a minimum of 100 Israelis are currently being held captive in Gaza.
• According to Channel 12, Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba is currently caring for approximately 700 wounded individuals. Numerous victims have shared their terrifying experiences during the Hamas attack.
• Israel is engaged in ongoing conflict with Hamas for the second day following a large-scale incursion, and is also exchanging fire with Lebanon's Hezbollah.
• The IDF reports that one of the fatalities in the recent battles was the commander of a highly skilled and discreet unit known as the "Ghost" unit.
• The ongoing conflict between  Israel and Palestine   is currently marked by the disappearance of a British national in Israel.
• According to the Israeli Embassy in the UK, there is a British citizen named Jake Marlowe who has been reported missing in Israel following the unexpected rocket assaults carried out by Hamas. According to the BBC, it remains ambiguous if he has been held captive.
• The military has announced the identities of 18 additional soldiers who lost their lives in the conflict against Hamas.
• The IDF has made public the identities of 18 additional soldiers who lost their lives in the southern conflict.
• Pope Francis calls for cessation of violence in Israel
• Air France has halted its flights to Tel Aviv in response to the recent aggression on Israel carried out by the Palestinian militant organization, Hamas.
• The Israeli military claims to have eliminated over 400 individuals believed to be terrorists.
• Miriam Shear, Israel's top military spokesperson Rear Admiral Miriam Shear stated that... The security forces, led by Daniel Hagari, have successfully eliminated over 400 Palestinian extremists in the southern regions of Israel, including the Gaza Strip. He mentioned that the military had apprehended numerous intruders amidst the recent clashes that commenced yesterday.
• The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange experiences a sharp decline following an attack by Hamas.
• Netanyahu and military leaders convening security evaluations
• The Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, is currently conducting a security evaluation at the IDF headquarters in Tel Aviv. The crucial meeting is attended by Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, and other high-ranking security officials.
• Air India suspends Tel Aviv flights until October 14 due to growing Gaza casualties, reaching a count of 313.
• On Sunday, Air India made an announcement stating that their flights to and from Tel Aviv will be suspended until October 14. After Hamas militants launched an assault on Israel over the weekend, a conflict has ensued between the two parties, causing significant loss of life and injury. An airline representative announced that they will be temporarily halting all flights to and from Tel Aviv until October 14, 2023, in order to prioritize the well-being of their passengers and staff.
• The African Union is calling for a cessation of escalation.
• The head of the African Union Commission has urged for an end to fighting in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, which has caused significant casualties for both parties.
• The Prime Minister of Thailand has confirmed that two Thai individuals have lost their lives in the ongoing acts of violence.
• The residence of Hamas intelligence chief in Gaza is targeted by Israel's airstrikes.
• Hezbollah asserts responsibility for launching mortar fire into Israel from Lebanon.
• Sonic alarm sirens are being activated in the vicinity of the Gaza border as a precautionary measure due to a potential breach from a drone infiltration.
• The Israeli attacks are being celebrated by Muslims in Germany.
• In response to the recent Hamas attack, Germany and France have implemented heightened security measures at Jewish sites.
• In response to the unexpected Hamas attack on Israel, Germany and France are taking measures to enhance security around Jewish synagogues, schools, and landmarks.
• The Israeli Defense Forces launch artillery attacks in Lebanon in response to mortar shells being launched towards Israel.
• The Israeli military is currently conducting operations in the southern region to locate and apprehend individuals suspected of being terrorist infiltrators.
• China urges the global community to heighten its urgency.
• China urged the global community to prioritize and show more urgency in addressing the Palestinian issue, urging increased involvement, and actively pursuing peace talks to resume promptly between Palestine and Israel in order to establish a sustainable peace solution.
• China will persistently collaborate with the global community in making continuous efforts towards achieving this goal.
• According to Hamas, Iran provided assistance for an unexpected assault.
• Ghazi Hamad, the Hamas spokesperson, informed BBC News that Iran provided its backing to the Palestinian militant organization enabling it to carry out a surprise, multi-faceted assault on Israel.
• US Secretary of State engages in dialogue with representatives from Qatar and Jordan to express strong disapproval for the recent aggression by Hamas against Israel.
• US Secretary of State Antony Blinken engaged in a conversation with Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed Bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, expressing his disapproval of the heinous terrorist attacks in Israel. Moreover, he emphasized the importance of recognizing and upholding Israel's justified pursuit of self-defense.
• Ismail Haniyeh, the Hamas leader, expressed that the ongoing attack in Gaza, which houses 2.3 million Palestinians, would extend to the West Bank and Jerusalem.