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Israel at war: US asking countries to use influence on Hamas, Iran

The US is encouraging its international partners to use their influence to get Hamas militants to stand down and release their hostages, and avoid an escalation of the conflict.

Palestinian militants fire rockets towards Israel from Rafah, southern Gaza Strip, on Wednesday. Picture: AFP
Palestinian militants fire rockets towards Israel from Rafah, southern Gaza Strip, on Wednesday. Picture: AFP

Welcome to The Australian's rolling coverage of the conflict in Israel and Gaza after the weekend Hamas attacks

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