Strikes in Gaza that killed hundreds are 'only beginning', says Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Tuesday's airstrikes in Gaza are only the beginning and that all ceasefire negotiations will take place under fire. 

In a recorded statement broadcast on national television, Netanyahu said Israel would press ahead until it realises all of its war goals -- destroying Hamas and freeing all hostages held by the militant group.

The previous releases proved that military pressure is a necessary condition for freeing hostages, he said.