I don't agree that Israels attack on Gaza has been a total failure, it has been estimated that 80% of the terrorists have been eliminated, Israels incursion into Rafa will reap its own rewards, they are closing in on the bad guys, hopefully they will uncover the where-abouts of the innocent hostages. Of course Hamas could stop any further incursions by Israel by handing over the hostages and surrendering, but as we all know Hamas are quite prepared to fight to the last Palestinian just as it doesn't include themselves.