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Gaza Rockets Silent for a Year, First Time Since 2000
For the first time in over two decades, a full year has passed without rockets fired from Gaza reaching Israel, with the last successful launch in October 2025.
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What happened
- 01A full year has passed without rockets from Gaza crossing into Israel, a first since 2000.
- 02The last successful rocket launch from Gaza into Israel occurred on October 7, 2025.
- 03Hamas still possesses tens to hundreds of rockets and mortar shells, according to the IDF.
- 04The IDF and Shin Bet continue to target Hamas weapons depots and rocket infrastructure.
- 05Hamas may be preserving its rockets to avoid Israeli retaliation and preserve resources.
Despite Hamas retaining a significant rocket arsenal and infrastructure, the organization has refrained from attacks, possibly to avoid Israeli retaliation and preserve its resources. Israel continues to target Hamas's rocket capabilities, conducting strikes on weapons depots and launch sites.
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