Israel says it struck Hamas after rocket attacks from Gaza
Israel's military says its warplanes have struck some 25 Hamas positions in Gaza after Palestinian militants fired dozens of rockets and mortars at southern communities.
The Hamas terror organization rules Gaza.
The military said about 45 rockets and mortars were fired at Israel early Wednesday. It said seven were intercepted by the Iron Dome defense system and at least three fell prematurely, landing inside Gaza.
Some rockets exploded inside Israel damaging property. However, No casualties were reported in Israel or Gaza.
Israel said jets hit about 25 Hamas targets in response.
Fawzi Barhoum, a spokesman for Hamas, praised the attacks on Israel but did not take responsibility for them.
