In a surprising early morning assault, Israel faced a massive Hamas attack with thousands of rockets

In a surprising early morning assault, Israel faced a massive Hamas attack with thousands of rockets launched from Gaza. This comes amid scrutiny over the U.S.’s recent $6 billion transfer to Iran, a known Hamas ally. The attack, leaving at least 22 Israelis dead, began around 6:30 a.m. local time, catching many off guard. As Israeli forces retaliated, casualties in Gaza near 200. This aggression, named “Al-Aqsa Storm” by Hamas, is claimed to retaliate against alleged violations at Al-Aqsa Mosque. The funding from the U.S. to Iran is now under the lens, stirring questions about its potential impact on escalating violence.