The conflict intensified with the killing of a Hamas operative by the IDF and subsequent rocket fire by Hamas. This was followed by Israeli actions against a Hamas tunnel, leading to further escalation and the official commencement of Operation Protective Edge

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    The conflict intensified with the killing of a Hamas operative by the IDF and subsequent rocket fire by Hamas. This was followed by Israeli actions against a Hamas tunnel, leading to further escalation and the official commencement of Operation Protective Edge

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    Managing Escalation in Gaza (Part 1): Lessons from Operation Protective Edge

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    The escalation of rocket attacks from Hamas and other militant groups in Gaza was the immediate and primary trigger for Operation Protective Edge

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