[Miss Marple]

That statement by the G8 is a pretty strong one, considering Chirac and Putin. "Israel's right to defend itself" is pretty much giving the ok to what they are currently doing. No call for Israel to withdraw.

In my opinion, the G8 were shown intelligence photos and had to get on board with the US.

[Peach]

You're right and hopefully the "exercise restraint" is said with a wink and a nod.

[cibco]

"In my opinion, the G8 were shown intelligence photos and had to get on board with the US."

I think you might have something there..