Israel and Gaza Conflict in Photos

Israel descended into chaos on Saturday after Hamas militants fired thousands of rockets and sent scores of fighters into towns lining the Gaza Strip — an unprecedented assault that drew fierce condemnation from political leaders around the world.

Photos captured scenes of pandemonium, confusion and bloodshed. The photos show the dizzing aftermath of explosions, thick plumes of smoke rising from ravaged buildings, everyday people evidently struggling to make sense of the violence.