With this effort in Gaza at least Israel can hope to stop rocket attacks. How would England or France take it if a neighboring state was routinely sending rockets into its country and killing citizens with the stated goal of wiping out the existence of England or France. So, its OK for terrorist group to shell Israel and kill Israelis? Once again, its the double standard. As long as Hamas actively is committed to its agenda of Israel’s destruction, Israel has to act. How can Israel merely open up the borders to Gaza knowing full well that the number one import by Hamas will be long range missiles with the sole purpose of killing Jews. How do you negotiate with an organization that is actively trying to kill your woman and children? For those Europeans that are so quick to criticize Israel, please go live in Southern Israel for awhile and see how you like living in constant fear for your life. The talk to a member of Hamas about compromise.