A rocket is launched toward Israel in the Gaza Strip on Saturday, the day Hamas launched its attack. Photo: VCG

On Saturday, a house in Ashkelon, Israel, is struck by a rocket fired from the Gaza Strip. Photo: VCG

On Saturday, thick smoke billow during Israeli airstrikes in Gaza City. Photo: VCG

On Saturday, A rescuer stands amidst ruins left by Israeli Defense Forces' airstrikes on Gaza City. Photo: IC Photo

On Sunday, Palestinians inspect buildings destroyed during Israeli airstrikes. Photo: VCG

On Saturday, a car burns on the streets of Ashkelon after a rocket attack. Photo: IC Photo

On Saturday, a woman stands inside a damaged residential unit in Ashkelon. Photo: IC Photo

On Saturday, Israeli civilians traumatized by the rocket attacks embrace each other in the streets. Photo: IC Photo

On Saturday, Palestinians cheer atop a destroyed Israeli tank. Photo: VCG