An update on the violence
- Israel and Palestine have been bombing each other for 2 weeks.
- On July 10, Israel Chief of Staff approved plans for ground strike in Gaza. Israeli air attacks also increased.
- 618 Palestinians have been killed and 3,750 wounded. The UN says that 70%-80% are civilians.
- 28 Israeli soldiers and 2 civilians have died.
- Israel is facing pressure because of civilian deaths.
- Israel claims Hamas uses homes and hospitals as launch sites.
- The US is in talks with other Arab nations about peace.