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Israel Threatens Hamas Following Funeral for Slain Settlers

HeadlineJul 02, 2014

Israel is threatening new attacks on the Occupied Territories following the killing of three teenage settlers. Thousands of Israelis attended the victims’ funeral on Tuesday, one day after their bodies were found near the West Bank town of Hebron. Speaking after the service, Israeli Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon vowed to exact revenge on Hamas.

Israeli Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon: “The operation against Hamas has not ended. It will continue. We will continue to act against Hamas, to strike its people. At every opportunity and every place, the organization will pay a heavy price for its actions.”

Israel has blamed Hamas for the teens’ murders without providing evidence. Hamas has denied involvement. On Tuesday, a little-known group called “Supporters of the Islamic State” claimed responsibility and threatened to attack the Palestinian Authority.

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