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“This morning’s IDF actions are a direct response to Gaza terrorist aggression against the citizens of southern Israel.”

“The unlawful Gaza rocket attacks, meant to terrorize, maim and kill Israelis will not be allowed to become routine. We will fulfil our obligation to protect Israel and seek out and destroy the capabilities of those who wish to attack us.”

(IDF Spokesperson Lt Col Peter Lerner in a statement about Israel’s actions against targets in the Gaza Strip following rocket fire into southern Israel, 2/06/2014)