Israel was a once safe place for Jewish people from all over the world. If only Israeli Jews did not illegally extend their territory into Palestine. If only rabid Palestinians a couple of years ago did not go on a killing and abduction rampage in Israel.
I know about what has happened in the Middle East because many on the ground journalists have informed me. 129 journalists and their assistants who have informed the public have been killed as they went about their daily jobs. These are generally not western country journalists, but locals, as western journalists have been banned.
Although with troublesome neighbours, isn't Israel a civilised democratic country? Yeah, nah. No. In 2025 two thirds of the 129 reporters covering the conflict were killed by Israeli forces. My abacus tells me that is 86 people doing an honest day's job. This would not happen if not for the huge funds being transferred from #47's government (yeah, you US taxpayers) to Israel. The US is equally complicit in the killing of journalists as it blindly supports Israel.
To me it is simple, and call me an ignorant simpleton if you like, but Israel recognise Palestine as an independent country and not take over Palestine land. US, get the fuck out of there. For Palestinians respect that they have their own county and there is no reason why they cannot peaceably live next to Israel. The two countries may never be bosom buddies, but they could exist beside each other.
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When terrorists are allowed to run a country there will be no peace
ReplyDeleteTerrorist are not born, they are made in a particular historical context. Your comment ignores the complexity of the situation. Andrew has made a thoughtful post and expresses opinions that many of us also hold. Helen
DeleteThey could have been talking about Israel. I take it as a general statement. Personally not so sure about the "terrorist" label.
DeleteI don't mind the US supporting Israel -- in fact I think we SHOULD support Israel, but I don't think we should do so blindly. The attacks by Hamas on Israel were appalling, but Israel's response was even more so, and the US should be using its powers to help guide some kind of peace process there. I agree a two-state solution is needed -- the only viable answer.
ReplyDeleteI'm with Steve^^^^
ReplyDeleteAnd now for a flippant response: you can't even serve both Coke AND Pepsi in the same restaurant and we want peace in the Middle East?
Oh dear Andrew! The minute that you as a non-Jew start reflecting on Gaza/Palestine/Israel you become anti-Semitic! It's best just to say nothing.
ReplyDeleteI've expressed my opinion more than once and as yet, that hasn't happened, but I do get your point. I do have some very diluted Jewish blood.
DeleteTwo state solution is the best Israel could expect if it doesn't want a forever war. Meanwhile the forever war is hurting us all.
ReplyDelete"To me it is simple" etc etc, YES! and why can't THEY see that? And why is the US sticking its nose in anyway?
ReplyDeleteAgreed.
ReplyDeleteAgee with you. #47 should have kept his nose out of it.
ReplyDeleteAlso agree with you Andrew. And there is not an antisemitic bone in my body when I write that.
ReplyDeleteI see no hope of any real peace but I'm sure it could be better than it is.
ReplyDeleteThe heartbreaking on both sides is soul destroying
That's some weird stuff from Howtoclaim! Consider yourself warned.
ReplyDeleteI made it be 'be gone'.
DeleteWhen bad politicians/political groups take control, bad things happen, and it's always the innocent bystanders who are hurt.
ReplyDeleteOne of the most complicated problems in the world. Worse, thousands of people on both sides are being tormented by the legacy of the problems.
ReplyDeleteAt least a desire to lead a peaceful life should be incentive enough to resolve the problem. Even that doesn't seem to be there.