Israeli tank fire targets Gaza Strip

Palestinian security sources in Gaza, run by movement Hamas, confirmed the Beit Lahia area had been targeted adding that no one was hurt.

Israel's army said it responded with tank fire after its forces were targeted by gunfire along the border between the Palestinian enclave and Israel.

Last month, Israel carried out dozens of strikes in Gaza in response to rocket fire, a far 'larger' response than usual.

Some analysts questioned whether the response was the result of a new approach by hardline Israeli Defence Minister Avigdor Lieberman, who took office in May.