Hamas, whose self-confidence and capabilities have strengthened considerably since the beginning of the ceasefire, rejected Israel's demands. Now the terrorist leaders are likely still wondering whether this is a limited action meant just to shock.

Solutions exist – confiscating engineering equipment, seizing tools, imposing fines hefty enough to make any contractor think twice. Yet these steps are not being taken decisively enough.

The two leaders conclude a two-hour-long call that was "going well" according to the White House.

Military sources revealed that the plan to resume hostilities was developed and kept highly classified to create an element of surprise and tactical deception that Hamas was unprepared to counter.

The proposal comes despite company claims that it is not transporting arms to Israel, even as investigative reports have shown Maersk shipped armored combat vehicles and other military hardware to Israel.