Thousands Displaced in Gaza

Back in Gaza . . .  For the past 48 hours, the Israeli army has been engaged in a ground invasion into various parts on the Gaza Strip, claiming the lives of hundreds - a majority civilians. International mediators from all over the world - including French president Nicolas Sarkozy - have journeyed to the region to engage in talks, but Israel says the offensive will continue unless Hamas discontinues rocket fire.  Although the number of homemade rockets fired from Gaza has decreased, Hamas still managed to launch 20 today, according to the Israeli military.  And Israel's foreign minister said today the country was defending its right to defend itself and is battling extremism.  Today Israel moved the ground battle into Gaza City where Hamas continues to show dogged resistance.  Heavy gunfire and explosions could be heard from within the city as plumes of black smoke rose over the low buildings.  Meanwhile, the United Nations Relief Agency has been dealing with an emergency situation as thousands of people fled their homes due to the army attacks.  FSRN's Rami Almeghari files this story from the field.

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