Israel's Army Attacks Hamas Over Prison Break

The transcript discusses the intensified search for six Palestinians who escaped from a maximum-security prison in Israel. The Israeli army launched airstrikes on Hamas military sites in response to incendiary balloons sent by Hamas, which were seen as a show of support for the escapees. The escapees fled through a secret tunnel, but Israeli officials have not indicated they pose a threat.

What was the context of the airstrikes launched by the Israeli army?

What has been the response of Israeli officials regarding the threat posed by the escapees?