Due to the security events unfolding in Gaza and likely Israel, I'm starting a thread where all relevant information on the actions of Palestinian militant organizations & the IDF will be posted here. Academics, journalists & government officials are welcome to use this material.
Hezbollah has issued a statement mourning the death of PIJ commander al-Jabari. The group extends its "deepest condolences and sympathy to the brothers in the Islamic Jihad movement." Hezbollah also expressed support for the actions PIJ will take in response to the killings.
The IDF has targeted a rocket launch site in Khan Yunis.
My latest piece on today's security event unfolding in Gaza.
Rumors say PIJ and other Palestinian factions will respond to Israel's military operation at 9 p.m. local time which is 8 minutes from now. The 9 p.m. time is symbolic due it coinciding with the time rockets would be launched under the orders or former PIJ commander Abu al-Atta.
Palestinian militant groups have begun their response. Red Alerts have been issued for Ashkelon and Ashdod.
Major response ongoing by Palestinian militant groups.
Iron Dome Tamir interceptors launched in response to rocket attack from Gaza.
Iron Dome Tamir interceptors launched tonight.
Red Alert issued south of Tel Aviv.
Rockets launched by Palestinian militant groups in Gaza towards Israel.
A missile barrage fired by Palestinian militants in Gaza towards Israeli communities a short time ago.
Sirens can be heard in Tel Aviv as rocket alerts have been issued just south of the city.
Palestinian Islamic Jihad statement: "As part of its initial response to the crime of assassinating the great commander, "Taysir al-Jabari" and his martyred brothers... Saraya al-Quds bombarded Tel Aviv, the central cities and its surroundings with more than 100 missiles."
A rocket fired from Gaza a short time ago towards Israel.
The bodies of several Palestinian Islamic Jihad militants killed today in an IDF targeted operation.
Barrage of rockets fired by Palestinian militants from what appears to be a civilian area in the Gaza Strip.
Ahskelon under rocket alert.
Much of today's events stem from the uptick in militant activity in the West Bank led by Islamic Jihad. @FDD's @LongWarJournal has been closely monitoring the activity since last yr. I invite those who are interested to read our reports to understand what's led to this conflict.
View from Gaza where rockets fired by Palestinian groups are intercepted by Iron Dome Tamir interceptors.
My initial observation regarding the rocket fire that began hours ago: At the moment it is led by Palestinian Islamic Jihad in support of smaller militant groups. It appears Hamas isn't operationally active in the fighting, maybe lending support by other means.
That can change at any moment. But for now, there has not been any statements made by Hamas' so-called military spokesperson, Abu Obedia.
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