Due to massive Qassam rocket fire from Gaza at Serot the IDF Home Front began to reinforce soldiers in Sderot
17 January 2008 , 11:00
Due to massive Qassam rocket fire from Gaza at Sderot and Israeli communities, the IDF Home Front Command began yesterday to reinforce soldiers in Sderot: Approximately 100 officers and soldiers are accompanying children to schools and kindergartens this morning and throughout the afternoon. Vehicles are patrolling the city while soldiers are positioned at bus stations and on rides that deliver students to school. In addition, the Home Front command will continue to assist the residents of Sderot and communities surrounding the Gaza Strip