The Israeli army attacked a Hamas post in the south of Gaza in response to the launch of mortar shells, the Times of Israel reported.

According to Israeli defense ministry's tweet, 'rockets, explosive balloons and sniper shots were fired from #Gaza into #Israel throughout the day.' 

"We just responded by striking Hamas terror targets in Gaza including underground infrastructure used to manufacture weapons. We hold Hamas responsible."

Earlier on Friday it was reported that three mortar shells were fired from the Gaza Strip towards Israel, one of which was intercepted by an air defense.