Hamas Attack Sparks New Round of Palestine-Israel Conflict

A new round of Palestine-Israel conflict has broken out after a surprise attack by Hamas on Israel on Saturday.
At least 500 people have died in the violence so far.
China has urged all relevant parties to remain 'calm.'
The attack by Hamas was a response to the desecration of the Al-Aqsa Mosque and increased settler violence.
The conflict has been fueled by historical problems and recent changing situations in the region.
Israel launched an offensive called 'Swords of Iron' in retaliation.
The attack by Hamas aims to draw international attention to the Palestinian question and prevent countries like Saudi Arabia from getting closer to Israel.
The conflict comes at a crucial moment as Israel and Saudi Arabia were moving closer to normalization of relations.
The Palestinian question is far from being resolved and the demands for a Palestinian homeland have not been fulfilled.