Israel launches air strikes on Gaza, 145 dead

My Way ^ | Dec. 27, 2008 | IBRAHIM BARZAK

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GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) - Israeli warplanes retaliating for rocket fire from the Gaza Strip pounded dozens of security compounds across the Hamas-ruled territory in unprecedented waves of airstrikes Saturday, killing at least 155 and wounding more than 310 in the single bloodiest day of fighting in recent memory.

Hamas said all of its security installations were hit and responded with several medium-range Grad rockets at Israel, reaching deeper than in the past. One Israeli was killed and at least four people were wounded.

Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak said "the operation will last as long as necessary," but it was not clear if it would be coupled with a ground offensive. Asked if Hamas political leaders might be targeted next, military spokeswoman Maj. Avital Leibovich said, "Any Hamas target is a target."

The strikes caused widespread panic and confusion in Gaza, as black clouds of smoke rose above the territory, ruled by Hamas for the past 18 months. Some of the Israeli missiles struck in densely populated areas as children were leaving school, and women rushed into the streets frantically looking for their children.

[GBA]

Elections have consequences. If Hamas is going to rule Gaza and then attack Israel time and time again, then this is what the citizens of Gaza should expect to happen.

Israel is one of the best neighbors any country could have and certainly among the most tolerant, but no country should have to tolerate what Israel has. The Israelis are far more patient than anyone should be or would be in the same situation.

[mothball]

Can you imagine what the Israelites would have done in OT times with the weapons of today? It would be over faster than you could say Ticonderoga.

[DFG]

145 dead Palestinians is a good start. Good job Israel! Please don’t stop now.

[TangoLimaSierra]

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