Gaza Rocket Attacks Overview

Study Notes

Gaza Rocket Attacks

Palestinian militants in Gaza fired rockets into Israel on the anniversary of the October 7 attack.
The attack did not disrupt nearby ceremonies.
The attacks highlight militant resilience despite the Israeli offensive in Gaza.
The Israeli offensive has killed approximately 42,000 Palestinians and displaced around 90% of the population.

October 7th Anniversary

A year ago, Hamas-led militants breached Israel's security fence and stormed into army bases and farming communities.
The result was approximately 1,200 deaths, mostly civilians, and 250 abductions.
Around 100 people are still being held captive in Gaza, with a third believed to be dead.

Current Conflict

Israel is currently at war with Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Hezbollah has been firing rockets at Israel since October 8, 2023.
On Monday, an Israeli strike in southern Lebanon killed at least 10 firefighters, as reported by the Lebanese Health Ministry.

Australian Opposition Rejects Resolution

Australia's main opposition party refused to endorse a government motion marking the first anniversary of the October 7 attack.
The opposition objected to the motion's call for a ceasefire and a reference to lasting peace and security for all in the region.
Opposition leader Peter Dutton criticized the motion, stating it should focus on the 1,200 Israelis killed by Hamas last year.
He also criticized Prime Minister Anthony Albanese for not crafting a more bipartisan motion.
The motion failed in the House of Representatives with a vote of 54 to 85.

Pro-Palestinian Protest in Mexico City

Dozens of protesters demonstrated their support for Palestine at the Angel of Independence monument in Mexico City.
The protesters held candlelight vigils and voiced their support for the situation in Palestine.
Academics from the National Polytechnic Institute of Mexico joined the protest and spoke out in support of South Africa's case against Israel, calling it a genocide.
Participants commemorated the anniversary of October 7 with 365 seconds of silence.
A 39-year-old Norwegian, Kim Jakobsen, participated in the protest.

Description

This quiz covers the recent rocket attacks from Gaza into Israel, particularly on the anniversary of the October 7 incident. It highlights the ongoing conflict, the number of casualties, and the impact on both Israeli and Palestinian communities. Test your knowledge on the current geopolitical situation in the region.