BREAKING: Israel’s military declares a state of war amid surprise large-scale attack from Gaza

– Hamas attack Israel, the largest in decades

– Hamas claim they fired 5,000 rockets

– Militants ENTERED ISRAEL from Gaza

– Israel declares war, mobilizes soldiers

– Hamas military chief:

“If you have a gun, get it out. This is the time to use it – get out with trucks, cars, axes. Today the best and most honorable history starts.”

– Israel Defense Forces:

“In the last hour, the Hamas terrorist organization has begun a massive shooting of rockets from the Gaza Strip into Israeli territory, and terrorists infiltrated into Israeli territory in a number of different locations.”

“The Hamas terrorist organization is the sovereign in the Gaza Strip and is responsible for this attack. It will face the consequences and responsibility for these events.”

At least 80 injured people, some in very serious condition, evacuated to Soroka Hospital, reports Israeli Channel 12

We will continue to update the news below as the story develops.