IDF says exchange of fire along Gaza border began with Hamas sniper attack

More details are emerging from the exchange of fire along the Gaza border.

According to the IDF, Hamas fighters opened fire at an IDF patrol along the border fence near the Kissufim checkpoint. They fired a 0.5-inch round from a sniper rifle, the army says.

The IDF then returned fire, shelling multiple Hamas positions in the area. Hamas fighters are themselves responding with assault rifle fire.

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