Palestinian militant groups fired dozens of rockets from Lebanon into Israel on Thursday, the Israeli military said, sparking fears of a broader conflict
Israeli police in riot gear raided Jerusalem’s most sensitive holy site on Wednesday to dislodge hundreds of Palestinians who barricaded themselves inside the Al Aqsa Mosque compound, prompting violent clashes and an exchange of fire.
Photo: Ahmad Gharabli/AFP/Getty ImagesJERUSALEM— between Israel and its neighbors duringAir-raid sirens wailed in towns across northern Israel packed with visitors celebrating the Passover festival, sending scores of Israelis running to bomb shelters. Most of the rockets were shot down by Israeli aerial defense or landed in open areas. At least two Israelis were lightly wounded, Israeli first responders said.
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