22 killed, 545 injured in Hamas attacks on Israel - UPDATED

The Health Ministry of Israel says 545 people have been hospitalized since the start of the massive attack by Hamas, which was launched by the terror group at around 6:30 a.m. this morning, Report informs, citing The Times of Israel.

Earlier, the Magen David Adom emergency service said that at least 22 people have been killed. The death toll is expected to rise.

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At least 80 injured residents, with some in serious and critical condition, have been evacuated to the Soroka Medical Center in the city of Be'er Sheva city in Israel, Report informs, citing Yedioth Ahronoth newspaper.