Gaza City – The Israeli military reported intercepting one projectile and identifying a second impact in an open area following two launches from northern Gaza on September 16, 2025. No injuries were reported.
The rocket fire represents a rare escalation following nearly two years of conflict sparked by the October 7,2023,Hamas attack on Israel. The launches occurred as Israel continues a land and air military campaign targeting Hamas in Gaza City, the largest urban center in the Palestinian territory. This renewed offensive, announced Tuesday, aims to dismantle the militant group, with ongoing aerial strikes and artillery fire reported overnight.
According to the gaza Civil Defense, six Palestinians were killed in strikes as Sunday morning. Saturday saw nearly 90 fatalities across the Palestinian territories, the majority within Gaza.
