Ashkelon

As thousands flee violence in southern Israel, some decide to stay put

November 13, 2023Israel-Hamas war

Thousands of rockets have been fired at Israeli towns and cities by Hamas militants in Gaza. In the beginning of the war, many were directed at the city of Ashkelon. About 200,000 Israelis have fled to other parts of the country. But some residents have decided to stay put.

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