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Military Intelligence chief Kochavi says firing of Katyusha rocket into Eilat from Egyptian territory is a demonstration of the changes that are sweeping through Middle East.

Speaking at a graduation ceremony for new Military Intelligence officers, Kochavi said that the firing of a Katyusha rocket into Eilat from the Sinai late Wednesday night was a demonstration of the changes that are sweeping through the Middle EasThe intelligence chief said that terrorist groups were working to establish a stronger presence in the Sinai. In December, The Jerusalem Post reported how Hamas had established rocket production lines in the Sinai and was also moving some of its weapons caches there to protect them from Israeli airstrikes.“It could be that the change will bring new opportunities but in the short term the risks are increasing,” Kochavi said.