The Israeli military has launched an air strike on Gaza and accused Hamas of attacks in a "bold violation of the ceasefire", Israeli media reported.

An Israeli military official said on Sunday local time that Hamas had carried out multiple attacks against Israeli forces inside Gaza, including a rocket-propelled grenade attack and a sniper attack against Israeli soldiers.

"Both of the incidents happened in an Israeli-controlled area.

"This is a bold violation of the ceasefire," the official said.

US warns of 'imminent' Hamas attack

The United States has received "credible reports" indicating an imminent violation by Hamas of the ceasefire with Israel in Gaza.

Israel's attacks on Sunday were the most serious test of an already fragile ceasefire, which took effect on October 11.

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