Statement by Texas Gov. Rick Perry on Death of Sean Carmeli

Despite the constant rocket fire into Israel, the Kerem Shalom crossing remains open during Operation Protective Edge, providing food and essential supplies for the residents of the Gaza Strip.

Since June 12, at least 240 rockets have been fired at southern Israel from Gaza, aimed deliberately at civilian targets. IDF commences Operation Protective Edge.

Hamas takes advantage of the fact that the IDF avoids attacking targets where it is know there are civilians.

Since the start of Operation Protective Edge, at least 1,770 rockets have been launched at Israel, striking at the civilian population throughout the country, from north to south.