Israel Confirms It's Carrying Out Strikes In Gaza

A special situation has been declared on the Israeli home front, Israel Defence Forces said in a statement.

The Israeli military said Friday it launched air strikes on Gaza, which were witnessed by Palestinians in central Gaza City. Following the direct threats posed by the Palestinian Islamic Jihad in Gaza, the IDF is currently striking in the Gaza Strip.A special situation has been declared on the Israeli home front. Details to follow.

"The IDF (Israeli military) is currently striking in the Gaza Strip. A special situation has been declared on the Israeli home front," a statement said. 

Palestinians in Gaza City told AFP they witnessed air strikes on an apartment in the central Rimal neighbourhood.