What's happening in Israel and why now? - BBC News

Israel's defence minister has ordered a "complete siege" of the Gaza Strip, two days after Hamas launched shock attacks on Israel that left hundreds of civilians dead.

But why is this happening, what is Hamas, and who backs it?

The BBC’s Middle East analyst, Sebastian Usher answers your questions.

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