IDF: At least 469 rockets fired from Gaza toward Israel so far, 1/4 fell short

Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent

Rockets are launched from the Gaza Strip towards Israel, May 10, 2023. (AP Photo/ Hatem Moussa)
Rockets are launched from the Gaza Strip towards Israel, May 10, 2023. (AP Photo/ Hatem Moussa)

The Israel Defense Forces says that as of 9:30 p.m., Palestinians in the Gaza Strip have launched 469 rockets and mortars at Israel.

The IDF says 333 of the projectiles crossed the border, while 107 fell short in Gaza.

Air defense systems intercepted 153 of the rockets, while a handful landed in urban areas, some causing damage.

The rest landed in open areas without causing damage, according to the IDF.

The military says it has carried out strikes against 133 targets belonging to the Palestinian Islamic Jihad.

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