In some ways , this conflict fits pattern of earlier clashes , but this conflict is different . Only then will Israel quit . Rick Francona says Israel seems determined to make Hamas militarily ineffective . Hamas knows it will be much harder to re - arm due to Israel 's opposition . Israel : Israel seems fixed on idea of neutralizing Hamas ' tunnels .
In some ways , this conflict fits pattern of earlier clashes , but this conflict is different . Rick Francona says Israel seems determined to make Hamas militarily ineffective . Hamas knows it will be much harder to re - arm due to Israel 's opposition . Israel : Israel seems fixed on idea of neutralizing Hamas ' tunnels .