18 Aug 2020 | 10:52 PM UTC
Israel/Palestinian Terr.: IDF strikes targets in Gaza August 18
Israel strikes targets in Gaza Strip following rocket launch on August 18; further cross-border clashes likely over the near term
Event
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) carried out airstrikes on targets in the Gaza Strip late on Tuesday, August 18. The strikes were reportedly in response to a rocket launched from the enclave into southern Israel. No casualties have been reported on either side.
Continued attacks on Israeli border communities are likely in the near term, with Israeli strikes to be expected in retaliation.
Advice
Those in the Gaza Strip and areas of Israel bordering the territory are advised to monitor developments and adhere to instructions issued by local authorities and their home governments.
Some Western governments advise their citizens against all travel to the Gaza Strip.
