BREAKING: #Netanyahu Led #Israel Officially Declares War On #Hamas As Cabinet Invokes Article 40 Aleph—According to latest report, more than 350 Israelis were killed in a massive attack by the Palestinian group Hamas on Saturday, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised strong retaliation for what he described as a “cruel and wicked war.” Hamas infiltrated Israel via the routes of land, sea and air.
Israeli forces and hundreds of Hamas terrorists fought through the night in over 20 Israel locations, including two where hostages were being held by the gunmen, the army said. In response attack by Israel, over 313 Gazans have been killed. Meanwhile, India issued an advisory to the Indian nationals stuck in Israel.
Israel’s security cabinet has voted to invoke Article 40 Aleph, an official declaration of war for the first time since Yom Kippur war 50 years ago.
“Last night, the Security Cabinet approved the war situation and, to this end, the taking of significant military steps, as per Article 40 of Basic Law,” an official state said.
Last night, the Security Cabinet approved the war situation and, to this end, the taking of significant military steps, as per Article 40 of Basic Law: The Government.
— Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) October 8, 2023
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