Israel’s massive assault on civilians in Gaza came in response to a surprise attack launched by Hamas and other factions against Israel on Saturday. In their attack, the Palestinian factions took at least 150 Israelis hostage, including some peace activists who oppose Israel’s occupation. At least 1,200 have been killed in Israel so far, according to news reports.

Probably worth mentioning that many of the Israeli hostages were killed by Israeli air strikes.

But that’s the point, the Israeli military doesn’t mind killing civilians.