"...."I think that the fact that there is terrorism emanating from Gaza raises the question of how to respond and how to prevent Hamas from doing this," said Merkel during a joint press conference with Olmert. "The humanitarian situation in Gaza is difficult and we are trying help as much as possible, but first they must stop firing on Israeli cities."
"We don't want to worsen the situation in Gaza, but the terrorism is taking place there at the expense of civilians," she added.
After the meeting, Olmert told reporters, "There is a great deal of understanding in Germany about Israel's need to defend itself."....."
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