evidence: World leaders are reacting to Hamas’ surprise attack on Israel Saturday morning. Many are, as has been the case during previous conflicts, calling for calm and restraint. [...] German Chancellor Olaf Scholz: "Shocking news reaches us today from Israel. The rocket fire from Gaza and the escalating violence shock us deeply. Germany condemns these Hamas attacks and stands by Israel." [...] Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte: "Appalling images from Israel. Terror organisation Hamas is waging an unprecedented attack on Israel. Innocent civilians are being attacked by terrorists. This violence must stop; Israel has every right to defend itself."