The United States on Tuesday condemned the rocket attacks from Gaza into Israel, saying Washington stood with Israel as it defends itself from these attacks.

“We condemn in the strongest terms the rocket, missile and mortar attacks that are taking place from Gaza into Israel,” US State Department spokeswoman Heather Nauert said at a news briefing.

“We call for the sustained halt of those attacks. We stand with Israel as Israel defends itself against these attacks. It is simply unacceptable to target civilians,” she added.


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