Israel’s military chief played down speculation of a ground offensive in the Gaza Strip. Lt. Gen. Dan Halutz said Tuesday that despite continued rocket attacks by Palestinian terrorist groups in Gaza, there is no justification for ordering in troops and tanks.
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