"Israel Will Win This War": Statement from the Country's Defense Minister

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Galant has declared that the Hamas terrorist group has made a "serious mistake" by launching a surprise attack on Israel, as reported by Times of Israel, according to rbc.ru.

"This morning, Hamas made a serious mistake and declared war against the State of Israel. IDF soldiers are fighting the enemy in all infiltration areas," Galant told reporters.

"The State of Israel will win this war," he added.

According to the Israeli army, militants have entered Israeli territory in border areas. During the clashes, Israel has lost control over the police station in the southern city of Sderot, as reported by Al Jazeera.