It has been a year since Israel launched Operation Cast Lead, a 22-day ground offensive in the Gaza Strip. Palestinian leaders and human rights groups say the assault killed 1,400 Palestinians. Israel says 1,166 Palestinians died, along with 13 Israelis. The objective was to stop militants in Gaza from launching the rockets that had terrorized communities in southern Israel for years. Israel and Egypt are continuing a blockade on the Gaza Strip that keeps out cement, steel, and glass - making it difficult for war victims to rebuild. VOA correspondent Luis Ramirez reports.
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