April 2, Israeli air forces mounted at least 7 missile attacks on Gaza Strip. Four air strikes blew up near Khan Younis town, Reuters reports.

A fifth raid struck a cheese factory in Gaza, setting it on fire. According to hospital officials, two children were wounded by flying debris.

Another two attacks were carried out by Israeli helicopters, targeting a metal foundry in the central refugee camp, BBC informs. No information on victims is available.

Late March Israeli tanks and armor advanced into the Gaza Strip following clashes in which two Israeli soldiers died.

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