The armed wing of Hamas has admitted that a massive explosion in the Gaza Strip on Thursday was caused by militants preparing an armed operation.
Seven people, including a four-month-old baby were killed in the blast, in Beit Lahiya, in the north of the strip.
Hamas had initially blamed the explosion on an Israeli air strike and responded with rocket fire, but Israel denied any involvement.
Egypt is currently trying to broker a truce between Israel and Hamas.
Israel said on Wednesday that it would support Egypt's efforts but instructed the army to prepare for possible military action in Gaza if they failed. Read more ...
Seven people, including a four-month-old baby were killed in the blast, in Beit Lahiya, in the north of the strip.
Hamas had initially blamed the explosion on an Israeli air strike and responded with rocket fire, but Israel denied any involvement.
Egypt is currently trying to broker a truce between Israel and Hamas.
Israel said on Wednesday that it would support Egypt's efforts but instructed the army to prepare for possible military action in Gaza if they failed. Read more ...
Source: BBC
Muslims Against Sharia congratulate Hamas on a "work accident" and wish many more happy work accidents to the terrorist group.