The escalation of violence involving Israelis and Palestinians began with a mortar attack on a kibbutz next to the Gaza Strip that cost the life of a 48-year-old resident.
Israel hit back with air strikes against Hamas targets that killed five Hamas members.
A volley of Qassam rockets followed against the southern Israeli city of Sderot, one landing near a synagogue and another near a local residence. There were no casualties.
An army operation against Gaza is believed to be on hold until after President Bush's visit next week.
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