IDF on 'Pillar of Defense': Israel needs no justification to strike Hamas [Avital Leibovich © RT]

Israel has launched a deadly military offensive against Gaza, with fighter jets and warships attacking the occupied territory.

The operation began with the airstrike assassination of the military leader of Hamas. The Palestinian group pledged to open the gates of hell in retaliation. Israel Defense Force spokesperson Lt Col Avital Leibovich has told RT that Israel doesn't need justification for its military operation against Hamas - READ MORE http://on.rt.com/nssjyv