A third election seems increasingly likely but that may have an abominable and possibly disastrous reflection on Israel’s political leaders.

Hamas is hardly lamenting the "loss" of senior Islamic Jihad terrorist Baha Abu al-Ata, but it may be compelled to join the Islamic Jihad's attack on Israel to ensure its status in Gaza remains strong.

“Once again, Israelis are being barraged by rocket attacks, which have disrupted life for millions,” said Jewish Federation of North America spokesperson Rebecca Dinar. “Federations stand shoulder to shoulder with Israel’s resilient citizens across the nation and send prayers for peace.”

While officials insist killing of top Islamic Jihad official was a “one-off” operation, it also demonstrates to Hamas that Israel is still perfectly capable of obtaining detailed intelligence and carrying out surgical strikes.

"Ninety-eight percent [of Israelis] support me, with what happens there I can become prime minister in Israel," Trump quips while addressing an event hosted by the ultra-Orthodox community in New York City.