Hamas Rocket Attacks Persist Despite Interception​

On Sept 22, Hamas fired a rocket at Israel’s Nir Oz, intercepted by Iron Dome but disrupting daily life. The group’s “Moses’ Staff” campaign targets border towns and ports like Ashdod, forcing Israel to divert resources to defense. Though most rockets fail, their psychological impact and ability to draw IDF retaliation keep tensions high .​

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