The attack is in response to the rockets and mortar shells that were fired at Israel and hit the southern Negev communities during the past weekend.
More than 100 rockets and mortars have been fired at Israeli territory since the beginning of 2010, and over 350 rockets were fired from the Gaza Strip into Israel since the end of operation Cast Lead.
The IDF remains committed to protecting the citizens of Israel and will continue to act against terror. The IDF holds Hamas solely responsible for terror emanating from the Gaza Strip.
Government Press Office
