Israel declares 'state of readiness for war' after massive rockets, infiltration in its southern area

Jerusalem: Israel on Saturday morning declared a “state of readiness for war”, amid a massive barrage of rockets from the Gaza Strip and infiltration into its southern area, killing at least one person and injuring 16 others.

In a statement, the IDF (Israel Defence Forces) said that Chief of Staff Lt. Gen.



Herzi Halevi is holding an assessment and approving plans of action.

“The IDF declares a state of readiness for war. Hamas… which is behind this attack, will bear the results and responsibility for the events,” the statement from the Israeli army said.