Israel’s leaders have come to the conclusion that whatever they do, the will be condemned. Hamas indiscriminately fired thousands of rockets and mortars into Israel. The world did not criticize Hamas but instead roundly condemned Israel for what by historic reference was a very measured response. What country would allow two million of its enemies to live in an adjacent self governing militarized enclave, and allow them to remain as such after being attacked? Israel is also witnessing a bizarre theocratic Iranian dictatorship which funds Hamas, Hezbollah, makes repeated apocalyptic threats seek nuclear weapons. The world does not condemn them, gives them international status by negotiating with them and is about to sign an agreement that essentially leaves their nuclear infrastructure intact and functioning. Israel has come to the conclusion that regardless of world opinion, they will proceed with policies that they deem in their best interests. Israel made a huge strategic mistake when they allowed the establishment of militarized self governing Gaza. Unfortunately a country that has been heretofore dependent on the good will of its patrons for survival may be making another strategic blunder.
The danger for Israel is that if they make it hard for continued support in the Congress, Obama will be free to truly exact a terrible price.
Think of the ring of fire laid around Israel, encouraged by the administration. Yes, Israel should annex the land, but there will be an attempt by the administration to cut them off in any way they can think of.