Qassam Rocket Strikes in Negev
Rocket fire from Gaza continues, with more than ten rockets landing in Israel during the last week. In the more recent events, no casualties or damage have been reported

by Jonathan Urich
IDF
March 26, 2010

http://www.jewishpolicycenter.org/1653/qassam-rocket-strikes-in-negev

A Qassam rocket launched from the Gaza Strip fell this morning (Mar. 26.) in the Negev Regional Council. No casualties or damage have been reported. The Color Red alarm was heard in nearby communities before the rocket struck in the Negev.

More than ten rockets have landed in Israel in the last week. In response to the continued rocket fire, the Air Force has attacked Hamas terrorist targets. The IDF will not tolerate any attempt to harm Israeli citizens and IDF soldiers will continue to take firm action against any party that tries to conduct terrorist attacks in Israel. The IDF views the Hamas terror organization as solely responsible for what is happening in the Gaza Strip and the preservation of peace.

Commander of the Southern Command, Maj. Gen. Yoav Galant, delivered a speech this week about the recent events in Gaza and exclaimed that, "We hope this is a temporary event. Our response is measured and calculated, based on our intention to facilitate the continuation of the quiet and a normal life in the south. I suggest that the enemy not repeat its mistake the way it misjudged our response in Operation Cast Lead. The blood of the State of Israel's citizens will not be shed without consequence."

Moreover, Maj. Gen. Galant said that the IDF will work to restore calm in the south, "utilizing our capabilities including the element of surprise." He also added that the achievement gained during Operation Cast Lead will not shape the long term reality. "The problem has had a temporary solution, but Hamas continues to grow stronger," he added.

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