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Source: http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/washingtondc/la-fg-us-gaza31-2008dec31,0,6234100.story
Behind Closed Doors, U.S. Seeks Israel Exit Strategy
[Los Angeles Times] Paul Richter - While publicly declaring strong support for Israel, the Bush administration is increasingly nervous about the campaign in the Gaza Strip and is urging its ally to settle on a timetable and exit strategy, say foreign diplomats and Middle East experts close to the discussions. U.S. officials are concerned that the campaign could drag on without destroying Hamas, and might even bolster support for the militant group - just as the 2006 Israeli campaign in Lebanon strengthened Hizbullah.