Hamas Fires 'Big Missile' Attack on Tel Aviv, Rocket Sirens Sound

Hamas' armed wing, al-Qassam Brigades, claimed responsibility for launching a "big missile" attack on Tel Aviv from the Gaza Strip. This triggered sirens in central Tel Aviv, which had not been heard in four months. The Israeli military confirmed that at least eight rockets were fired from Rafah, Gaza, and some were intercepted by Israeli air defenses. There were no immediate reports of casualties.

The attack by Hamas was reportedly in response to what it described as "Zionist massacres against civilians." The incident highlights Hamas' capability to launch long-range rockets despite a prolonged Israeli military offensive. This latest attack follows the major assault by Hamas on southern Israel on October 7, which resulted in significant casualties and ongoing retaliatory actions by the Israeli military.