Israeli civilians and soldiers crouched at a funeral as rockets exploded in the background. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Gaza has resulted in indiscriminate airstrikes targeting each other’s territories. The Israel Defense Forces shared a tweet depicting the reality of Israel’s situation, with explosions cutting through the silence of their grief. This tragedy adds to the numerous stories of violence that emerged since Hamas launched rockets at Israel, leading to a war declaration by Benjamin Netanyahu’s government. Israel has vowed to destroy Hamas hideouts in Gaza. The Israeli forces shared the story of Shlomi and Shachar, who were killed in their home by Hamas, leaving their three children orphaned. Hamas operatives have been carrying out acts of violence, including firing at civilian vehicles, kidnapping civilians, and even attacking a dance party where hundreds were killed and kidnapped. Israel is fighting back with the Iron Dome air defense system and airstrikes. The death toll currently stands at over 1,600 civilians and soldiers, with 900 casualties in Israel and 687 in Gaza.