A Palestinian boy wearing an Islamic Jihad headband beside a Palestinian militant during an anti-Israel rally in Gaza. Armed Islamist factions in Gaza put their men on alert on Friday, but calm prevailedFrom Defense Technology News:
The end of a six-month cease-fire between Hamas and Israel could hamper the long-term peace process in the region. As if the threat of a nuclear Iran and the challenge of rising violence in Afghanistan weren't cause enough for concern, Barack Obama's incoming administration was dealt the news Thursday that Hamas doesn't intend to renew its expiring cease-fire with Israel.
The end of the six-month cease-fire, coming only a month before President-elect Obama takes office, could complicate his administration's efforts in the peace process between the Israelis and the Palestinians.
The cease-fire, which has been broken sporadically, was negotiated with the help of the Egyptians. It was set to expire Friday, but escalating violence along the border in recent weeks -- including a barrage of rocket attacks from the Gaza Strip over the past few days -- signaled the agreement likely would not be extended.
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More News On The Conflict Between Hamas And Israel
Israel Considers Major Offensive in Response to Gaza Rocket Fire -- Voice Of America
Hamas stops lauching rockets for 24 hours -- JTA
Gaza factions in 'day-long truce' -- BBC
Egypt aid waiting to enter Gaza after Hamas declares truce -- AFP
Hamas Agrees to 24-Hour Cease-Fire to Allow Egypt Food Delivery -- Bloomberg
Israeli diplomats prepare for possible Gaza action -- AP
My Comment: Both sides are not interested in peace right now .... they are just positioning themselves for the next conflict.
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