Israel-Hamas Conflict: Latest Updates

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The article should provide a concise overview of the latest developments in the conflict, including the declaration of a "state of war" by Israel, the claims of responsibility by Hezbollah and the fears of a ground invasion of Gaza.

• Israel declares “state of war” as fighting intensifies

Israel declares “state of war” as fierce fighting continues in several areas across southern Israel, a day after Hamas’s surprise attack. The attack has shocked the world as it was unexpected.

• Hezbollah claims responsibility for mortar strikes

In a recent updates, it was reported that Hezbollah claims responsibility for mortar strikes from Lebanon into occupied Shebaa Farms; Israel says it has responded with artillery strikes.

• Fears of ground invasion of Gaza grow

The escalation comes as fears of a ground invasion of Gaza are growing after Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu threatened to turn the besieged Palestinian enclave into a “deserted island”.

• Death toll rises

The latest death tolls stand at 370 Palestinians, according to health officials, and more than 700 Israelis, according to media reports.

• Hamas's operation comes on the heels of widespread Israeli settler attacks

Hamas’s operation came on the heels of widespread Israeli settler attacks, increased tensions at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem and a record number of Palestinians killed.