Final answer:
After the cease-fire was over, Israel continued its military operations by retaining its military forces in the Gaza Strip and West Bank.
Step-by-step explanation:
After the cease-fire was over, Israel continued its military operations by retaining its military forces in the Gaza Strip and West Bank. They also continued to construct settlements for Jewish settlers in these areas. This resulted in a cycle of blame where Israelis cited continued Palestinian attacks as a justification for their military presence. The Palestinians, on the other hand, cited the Israeli presence as a reason for their actions.