Palestinians 'don't like us, but they don't like Hamas either': Michael Herzog

Israeli Ambassador to the United States Michael Herzog discussed the pause in fighting, responded to international criticism and calls for a cease-fire, and sent a message to U.S. lawmakers regarding aid packages during an appearance on Fox News on Sunday.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that Israel will take over the security of Gaza following the war against Hamas. Herzog acknowledged that the Palestinian people "don't like us, but they don't like Hamas either."

Israeli officials have said they do not plan on a longterm occupation of Gaza, however.