Israel says it has removed its troops from Gaza after three - week operation . Both Israel , Hamas have found themselves in conflict . The conflict , which began December 27 , has left more than 1,300 Palestinians and 13 Israelis dead . UN Secretary - General Ban Ki - moon criticized both sides for fighting . More than 1,300 people have died in Gaza operation .
Israel says it has removed its troops from Gaza after three - week operation . Both Israel , Hamas have found themselves in conflict . UN Secretary - General Ban Ki - moon criticized both sides for fighting . More than 1,300 people have died in Gaza operation .