Israel did not start this situation but Israel, like any other country, cannot allow her citizens to become a target. They are targeting our children on their way to school.

Netanyahu: "No country can tolerate a wanton attack on its civilians." Clinton: "America's commitment to Israel's security is rock solid and unwavering."

We have no interest and no ambition in conquering land but we have to stop the firing at our citizens.

Israel is making a major effort to maintain the fabric of civilian life in Gaza, despite the situation of current hostilities.

FM Liberman thanked Secretary Clinton for American backing