Israel-Gaza Conflict Escalates with Rocket Attacks and Fatalities.

Rockets from Gaza hit near Jerusalem for the first time in four days of fighting between Israel and militants in Gaza, while Israeli aircraft struck unspecified targets in Gaza in response. Egypt is mediating for a ceasefire between the two sides. The resumption of fighting comes after hours of relative calm, which gave rise to hopes for a ceasefire. Thirty-one people have been killed by Israeli air strikes on Gaza since Tuesday, while one Israeli has been killed and five wounded by rocket fire in the same period.