If you thought I was being too cynical by my explanation of
why Israel has been retaliating against empty buildings, see this report today from
IMRA:
Israel Radio military correspondent Carmella Menashe reported this morning that the shooting of artillery at an empty field constitutes what military sources term the "strong harsh response" that is to serve as a warning to the Palestinians that they must cease shooting Qassams into Israel.
This is not a parody - she said it without a hint of humor/irony.
It should be noted that prior to the retreat both politicians and military officials warned of the devastating Israeli response the Palestinians would face if attacks were launched against Israel after the retreat. Retreat supporting politicians, academics and others spoke with confidence that Israel would enjoy a free hand to respond after the retreat and that the fierce response would have a strong deterring effect.
Israeli Airstrike Targets Palestinian Rocket Launchers An Israeli aircraft fired at least one missile at an open field in the northern Gaza Strip early Wednesday about two hours after Palestinian militants launched a rocket into Sderot in southern Israel
Tracked: Oct 27, 05:00