International Reaction to Israel and Gaza's Fighting

As rockets continue to rain down on Israel, her government weighs it's options, as it begins Operation Pillar of Defense.

Carefully aimed strikes, on Wednesday, took out the head of Hamas's military and other military targets.

The government and Israeli Defense Forces are considering whether or not a ground campaign will be necessary to end the barrage from Gaza.

In case that becomes necessary, the Cabinet has authorized the call up of all reserve troops, and the placement of infantry along the border.

Hamas and the President for Gaza both called for Arab nations to help them in their struggle against Israel, calling Israel's actions illegal.

Meanwhile, the international community has started giving some reactions.

The US backs Israel's use of precision targeting, in self defense, against the Gazan terrorists.

Mark Toner, spokesman for the US State Department said, "There is no justification for the violence that Hamas and other terrorist organizations are employing against the people of Israel."

However, other countries haven't been so favorable.

Qatar demanded that Israel be "punished" for defending itself, and called for an Arab League meeting on how to help Gaza. 

Egypt, who has been working with Israel to get terrorist groups out of the Sinai, called Israel's actions a threat to regional security and stability.

They also called for an emergency session of the UN Security Council, while recalling their ambassador to Israel.