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We are deviating from the traditional Action Update in light of the
massacre and ensuing war that began this weekend. In today's missive
we will provide an update on the current situation, and what we believe
is likely to occur in the coming days. We will follow this Update with
additional information during the week, including how you can be
directly involved in supporting Israel's efforts to end Hamas's
existence as we know it.

On Saturday morning, Hamas launched an all-out assault on Israel. The
widespread invasion was well funded and coordinated. Under the cover of
thousands of rockets,

**between 800 and 1,000**

**Palestinian terrorists infiltrated Israel** at 80 entry points,
attacking 20 communities and 11 military bases.

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In the first 12-24 hours of the invasion, things were very chaotic, but
the Israelis have managed to vanquish the terrorists inside Israeli
communities in the south. In the subsequent hours, an unprecedented

**300,000**

**Israeli reservists have been called up**, with more than 100,000
troops, including armor, amassed around Gaza.

The massive mobilization (the most rapid in Israel's history), along
with the comments from Israeli leaders, are strong indicators that the
Jewish state is planning to invade the Gaza Strip soon. Already, Israel
has imposed a siege on Gaza. There will be no fuel, electricity, or
food, flowing from Israel to the Strip.

Throughout the past two days, there have been increasing provocations
along Israel's northern border as well. This began with probing
(likely) by Hezbollah terrorists on motorcycles. That was followed by
exchanges of artillery fire, and this morning there are reports of
infiltrations (though not anywhere near the scale of the October 7th
massacre). The IDF has said they have a significant troop presence in
the area and that they have neutralized the Hezbollah infiltrators.

It is likely that Israel will invade Gaza in the next 12-36 hours.
Tragically, there will be heavy casualties. An invasion may be impacted
or delayed because

**Hamas is using kidnapped Israelis as human shields.** 

We now know that

**Iran orchestrated and signed off on this attack**, and that it has
been in the works for some time. The most pivotal open question at this
time is whether or not Hezbollah and Iranian forces in Syria will become
part of the conflict and open up a second front against Israel.

There have also been reports of somewhat sporadic and disorganized
violence in the West Bank. As such, the other key question is whether or
not a third front is opened there.

What is beyond questioning is the resolve of the Israeli people and
their allies. Over the next few weeks, Israeli soldiers will bravely
battle against one of the most maniacal terrorist organizations the
world has ever seen. And Israel will be victorious.

Throughout the battle, we too will play our role by ensuring Washington
provides Israel with everything it needs to vanquish Hamas. And we too
will be victorious. 

Thank you for taking the time to stay up-to-date on these issues. Please
be on the lookout for additional updates this week.

Sincerely,

The CUFI Action Fund Team

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