Invasion from Gaza: Israeli Citizens Seek Shelter inside Houses

In a surprising attack, Palestinian militants have entered several towns and villages in Israel, trapping residents in their homes. People are reporting hearing gunfire and are unable to find their loved ones. One resident, Ayelet Hachim, said that terrorists were trying to break into her house and that she could hear them banging on the door while she was with her children. Israel has advised civilians near the border to stay in shelters, but residents of Kibbutz Be'eri have claimed that the militants are trying to enter their homes and shelters. The situation has caused widespread fear and panic, with residents posting pleas for help on social media. The attack, carried out by Hamas fighters, is one of the most serious escalations in the Israel-Palestinian conflict in years, with militants crossing into Israel from Gaza using various methods. Gunmen have also reportedly opened fire on residents in the town of Sderot. The emergency services in Israel have confirmed that at least 40 people have been killed. The airstrikes launched by Israel in response have resulted in the death of 161 Palestinians and around 1,000 injuries, according to local officials. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that the country is at war and vowed that Hamas will face consequences like never before.