Israeli planes attacked targets in Hamas-controlled Gaza today. According to the Israeli army, the attack was to destroy a tunnel dug from Gaza.
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Why is this important? Israel and Hamas reached a truce in June and violence decreased dramatically. The peace is fragile, however.
Who is involved? The Israeli army. Hamas, a militant and political organization in Gaza–the US government designates Hamas as a terrorist organization.
Where is this happening? The Gaza strip is a small area of land between Israel and Egypt.
What can you do? Support cultural and educational exchanges between your home country, Israel, and Palestinians. Learn about non-violent conflict resolution.
