Rocket explodes on launch from Gaza Strip

A rocket exploded as it was launched by Palestinian militants from the northern Gaza Strip today, witnesses said.

A rocket exploded as it was launched by Palestinian militants from the northern Gaza Strip today, witnesses said.

There was no report of casualties.

Militants fired several barrages of rockets into Israel from the Gaza Strip today. Israel struck back with missiles.

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