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December 26, 2008       Share:    

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/12/25/AR2008122500831.html

Israel Completes Preparations for Gaza Offensive Amid Continuing Rocket Fire

[AP/Washington Post] Mark Lavie - Israel wrapped up preparations for a broad offensive in the Gaza Strip Thursday after Palestinians fired about 100 rockets and mortar shells across the border in two days. Israeli Prime Minister Olmert made a direct appeal to Gaza's people via the Arabic-language satellite channel Al-Arabiya to pressure their leaders to stop the barrages. Israeli defense officials said the operation would probably begin with surgical airstrikes against rocket launchers. Harsh weather conditions are currently hampering visibility and complicating air force missions.

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