In Israel the diplomatic day ended for Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu in talks with US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Tuesday had started with hopes the seventh day of violence between and Israel and Gaza would close with a ceasefire. Hamas had reported the Egyptian-brokered truce would start at nightfall but it fell apart with claims Israel had not responded to the proposals. Hillary Clinton said the latest outbreak of violence will sharpen the focus of politicians. As the threat of rocket attacks from Gaza remains Benjamin Netanyahu stressed Israel will take whatever action is necessary to defend its people.