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Do you have any reason why Hamas would want to attack Israel?

Strange how Hanks are so polarized; either love US/Israel or are a Muslim/Antisemite.

https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/may/13/gaza-ministry-revises-figures-for-women-and-children-killed UN denies Gaza death toll of women and children has been revised down

On May 8, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs released figures on the number of reported Palestinian fatalities, noting that there were 34,844 reported, of which 24,686 had been identified as of April 30. A similar release on May 6 included only the reported fatalities. That release, sourced from the Government Media Office in Gaza, said that 9,500 women and 14,500 children had been killed. In the May 8 release, the number of identified women and children casualties was 4,959 and 7,797, respectively. This was interpreted to mean that the U.N. had halved its estimates. https://www.newsweek.com/fact-check-did-un-halve-gaza-death-toll-1900325

You know that's not true. The guy simply refused to answer when I asked him if he had any relation to Israel.

Rather rich coming from a American, whose government are complicit to Genocide in Gaza. Rather cowardly hiding your ethnicity when discussing Israeli topics.

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I have not been dishonest in anything I wrote. I can assume you have relatives in Israel, as you haven't said you don't. Of course this matters if having a discussion/debate on whether Israel are committing Genocide or not. Of course this stops you from seeing clearly. I would like to think I'd be unbiased if I had relatives in Israel, but not sure if I would. I understand you wanting to stick with your people, I really do and don't now see any point in trying to change your viewpoint. Of course there is Genocide, read other things than the Times of Israel. I have absolutely no hatred for Jews, my spiritual advisor is a Rabbi. I recite, in English, the "Modeh Ani" daily. Irish americans DID support the IRA, a terrorist organization. Similarly, Jewish americans are supporting a terrorist government.

Same as the USA.

After conflicts, esp the Iraq attrocity, where the US invaded an innocent country just for oil money, the US often plays a role in post-war reconstruction and development efforts. This involves awarding contracts for infrastructure projects, humanitarian aid, and rebuilding initiatives in war-torn regions. American companies benefit massively from these contracts. The more I think about it, my vote is with China, less corrupt.

Not two whole provinces and the land was returned after the war.

No they didin't. They saw that they could make lots for money from wars.

The U.S interference has had negative effects on Thailand as well. The United States conducted military operations in Thailand, including air bases and covert operations, which led to social, economic, and environmental impacts within the country. Chemicals used in warfare and military activities have left lasting environmental scars in certain areas of Thailand. At times, U.S. support for authoritarian regimes in Thailand has been criticized for undermining democratic principles and human rights. The Cold War context often led to U.S. backing of governments that suppressed dissent and limited political freedoms, contributing to social tensions and political instability. While U.S. financial support was provided to Thailand, it also created a level of economic dependency that could have long-term repercussions. Reliance on external aid and investment can sometimes lead to unequal power dynamics and economic vulnerabilities.

No reason for me to be biased, I've never been to Gaza/Palestine, have no relatives there and am not Muslim or Jewish, although I say some Jewish prayers. My sister in law(Thai) used to work in Israel, so I've heard a little first hand stuff about the situation there. I've asked a few biased posters similar questions about Israel but for some reason they don't answer. I suspect they have relatives in Israel, or are Jewish Americans, who obviously have some skin in the game.

Of course I knew what I said, again, I never said what you said I said. Some of Hamas deserve to die but not every single member, and especially not those just related in some way. You are obviously biased - do you have any relatives in Israel?

Indeed, as you know, posts removed such for suggesting such a thing.

Unbelievable

As a Thai, I'd vote to go with China, unless Trump wins the election. Biden doesn't know what day it is.

75% of the population of #Gaza have faced forced displacement, many up to 4 or 5 times.

If it was my family, I'd be asking why these guys in pickup trucks and parachutes were able to penetrate Israeli border/air space. I mean they stopped 300 cruise missiles and drones from Iran.

I saw they were 'verbally abused' and one was called 'beautiful'!

Indeed, emotions can get stormy. Many of us seem to have chosen a side, for whatever reason. This is not the answer to peace. Bridges must be built to cross the divide. Compromise is needed.

Although a horrific thing to happen, so is getting a 2,000 pound bomb(courtesy of Joe Biden) dropped on your apartment as they think there is a Hamas fighter there. Israeli propaganda to deflect from the atrocities they are committing as I type. These 3 Israeli soldiers may well have been killed and all killing is bad, how many Palestinians have died in the last week? I don't know as there is no foreign press allowed into Gaza. Social media keeps me up to date and can't hide the facts, I estimate around 300. Why are Israel trying to stop journalists? Why are Western newspapers not printing the truth?

I could well be wrong but I thought most Palestinians don't want Hamas. Is commonly did by experts on social media that Hamas will never be destroyed. I apologise for getting personal. I dummy particuolike Muslims in general but I feel strongly that they should be treated as equals in the area.

Why does Israel allow children to join the army?