Hamas Says It Will Not Change.

So when does the bombing start?

GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip - Following their resounding election victory, the Islamic militants of Hamas met the question of whether they will change their stripes with a loud “no”: no recognition of Israel, no negotiations, no renunciation of terror.

But hope springs eternal in the mainstream media, who don’t really care what Hamas says.

But the world holds out hope that international pressure can make them more moderate.

“Hope.” Now there’s a real solid basis for international policy-making.

UPDATE at 1/28/06 3:18:47 pm:

In other Hamas-related news, they’ve also announced their intention to form a terrorist army.

RAMALLAH, West Bank - The leader of Hamas suggested Saturday that the Islamic group could create a Palestinian army that would include its militant wing — responsible for scores of deadly attacks on Israelis — in the aftermath of its crushing victory in parliamentary elections.