In a sudden and alarming escalation, two rockets struck the Israeli city of Kiryat Shmona near the Lebanese border at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. This unprovoked attack has left the city in shock, though, fortunately, no casualties have been reported.

One of the rockets struck a building in Kiryat Shmona, causing significant damage and sparking fears among the residents. The Northern District police swiftly cordoned off the impact site and began a meticulous search for rocket parts to ensure the safety of the public. This attack on Kiryat Shmona is a stark reminder of the ever-present threats faced by Israeli border towns.

Earlier in the day, the volatile situation further deteriorated when terrorists in the Gaza Strip launched a barrage of around six rockets at southern Israel. The IDF Home Front Command promptly activated warnings in several communities, including Gan Yavne, Bitzaron, Hazor, and Azrikam. Sirens blared for the first time in months in these peaceful towns, shattering the calm and thrusting residents into a state of heightened alert.

🚨BREAKING: A rocket fired by Hezbollah from Lebanon, hit a factory in the industrial zone of Kiryat Shmona, northern Israel. No red alert sirens were activated in the incident. No physical injuries are reported.#Israel #Hezbollah pic.twitter.com/sWy5yLxgea

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A ferocious barrage of at least five rockets was fired from the southern Gaza Strip, targeting the Ashdod area. The Iron Dome, Israel's renowned missile defense system, intercepted some of these rockets, while others landed in open areas, causing no injuries but spreading terror among the populace. The constant threat of such attacks weighs heavily on the daily lives of Israelis living in these regions.

Despite the lack of immediate claims of responsibility for these attacks, the evidence points unmistakably to terrorist factions intent on disrupting the peace. One of the five rockets fired from Gaza struck an open area near the town of Bitzaron, igniting a fire that required the swift response of the Fire and Rescue Service. Firefighters are currently battling to extinguish the blaze and prevent further damage.

Another rocket impacted the Hof Ashkelon Regional Council, fortunately causing no injuries. The IDF remains vigilant, continuously working to protect Israeli citizens from these relentless assaults.

Meanwhile, in a significant development on the Philadelphi Corridor along the Gaza Strip's border with Egypt, Israeli troops have uncovered dozens of underground tunnels. One such tunnel, found at the start of last week, reached an astonishing height of three meters (~10 feet). The discovery underscores the persistent and dangerous efforts of terrorist groups to infiltrate Israeli territory.

Enormous tunnel found in Rafah. Last week, I went to see the work of these SF engineers. Painstaking process: they’re working along the Philadelphi corridor, the border between Gaza and Egypt, checking for tunnels all the way from Swedish Village on the Mediterranean coast to the… pic.twitter.com/hyFVQnY6L0

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The IDF has been rigorously working to locate and destroy these tunnel routes in the Philadelphi area. Dozens of tunnels have already been obliterated, demonstrating the army's unwavering commitment to national security. "The IDF will thoroughly destroy all the underground infrastructure in the Philadelphi Corridor and will act with determination to prevent their formation in the future," declared an IDF spokesperson.

These recent events highlight the ongoing challenges and threats faced by Israel. The relentless attacks serve as a grim reminder of the volatility in the region and the constant vigilance required to ensure the safety and security of its citizens. As the IDF continues its efforts to protect the nation, the resilience and unity of the Israeli people remain unshaken.