The US administration of President George W. Bush typically took the position that Israel has the right to defend itself, following Saturday's massacre of the Gazans. “Hamas' continued rocket attacks into Israel must cease if the violence is to stop,” White House spokesman Gordon Johndroe said in Texas where President George W. Bush is on vacation at his ranch. “Hamas must end its terrorist activities if it wishes to play a role in the future of the Palestinian people,” Johndroe said. “The United States urges Israel to avoid civilian casualties as it targets Hamas in Gaza.” The statement did not call for an end to the attacks.
