Danny Australia

It appears that any nation, organization, or entity that opposes Israel is often swiftly labeled as terrorist groups. In this forum too, anyone criticizing Israel’s inhumane actions in Gaza is swiftly accused of being Jews hater, anti-Semite and the rest of ready labels. The founding of Israel itself involved various Jewish organizations, including Haganah, Lohamey Heruth Israel (Stern Gang), and Irgun Zvai Leumi, which was led by Menachem Begin, later becoming the Prime Minister of Israel. These organizations were associated with tragic events such as the Deir Yassin and Kufur Qasim massacres. Additionally, they were responsible for the assassination of Folke Bernadotte, a Swedish diplomat who was unanimously appointed as the United Nations Security Council mediator during the 1947-1948 Arab-Israeli conflict. Bernadotte was assassinated in Jerusalem in 1948 by the paramilitary Zionist group Lehi while carrying out his official duties. To this day, Israel has continued to employ terrorist measures including extrajudicial assassination, confiscation of land, collective punishment and bombings. Just yesterday, they issued a notice for 1.1 million people in Gaza to relocate within 24 hours or risk facing airstrikes. They might just as well march 1.1 civilians into a new concentration camp complete with gas champers. A group of Hamas fighters, numbering in the hundreds, managed to humiliate the Israeli army, its intelligence agencies and brought the entire country on its knees. In retaliation, they have been targeting civilians in a pure act of vengeance and to restore their shattered image and to justify getting billions in military aid from USA. While Israel, with the support of the United States and other major powers, may potentially eliminate Hamas, the question remains: will they ever succeed in quashing the aspirations of millions of Palestinians for their own state and ending the ongoing Israeli occupation?

The white house itself has just backtracked and said that Biden actually never saw such pictures himself. No 40 babies were beheaded. It's another Israeli lie to justify their cruel savage bombings of innocent civilians in Gaza. If this story was true, the right-wing extremist Israeli government would not have hesitated to show or leak such pictures to the media. Did you ever see such pictures? OfCourse not because they do not exist, but I am sure you as the rest of the world have seen hundreds of actual Palestinian babies mutilated by Israel's criminal intentional bombardment of civilians.

You are an animal yourself. Disgusting comment. Wishing for women and children to be killed is beyond criminal. How can such an animal be allowed to post such a nasty sadistic inhumane comment by the moderator?

Better question to ask instead of getting carried away in historical disputed events and arguments events is What prevents Israel now from ending it's occupation and accepting an independent Palestinian state? Such a simple solution to a very complex issue. If this is to be achieved under the patronage of USA/RUSSIA/UN/EU then Israel can enjoy peace and security and the Palestinian can enjoy their freedom and engage in building their state. Do you think the Palestinians wants to engage in eternal fighting just for the sake of it? No, they are humans (not animals) who wants to live in peace and enjoy life. Surely, there would be extremists on both sides who will always demand their historical biblical land but those are a minority and would eventually fade away.

Really? The Palestinians must be so happy and content with the Israeli inhumane occupation and thus fiercely resisting to have their own independent state. Such lies and misinformation is breathtaking. Israel is working hard day and night to deny Palestinian this very basic right and has renegaded on their signed Oslo peace agreement which was meant to lead to two states solution. Right wing current government of Israel fiercely resist any attempt to establish a Palestinian state and hence their drive to build more settlements on occupied lands and why there are 77 Israeli check points inside the West Bank decapitating Palestinian cities and towns. This explanation is not aimed for you because it's obvious you know the truth but blinded by your Zionist ideology. This is for the benefit of other minded people seeking the truth.

Who are you trying to fool? While Israel withdrew from Gaza, they maintained a stringent blockade, tightly controlling entry and exit, regulating the flow of goods, conducting drone strikes on suspected Palestinians riding their cars or motorcycles (Extra judicial killing), patrolling the coastal areas and airspace. Israel killed many fishermen who strayed few meters while making a living at sea. Israel imposed severe limitations on the import of construction materials, hindering Gaza's reconstruction efforts after the damage inflicted. Likewise, Israel kept strict control of the electricity and fuel supply and used it to drive Gaza into unprecedented poverty and despair. Additionally, they exerted pressure on Egypt to enforce similar travel restrictions, preventing Gazans from freely crossing the Rafah border. Since 2007, Israel has conducted multiple military operations, resulting in the destruction of infrastructure and the tragic loss of thousands of innocent lives. Israel insured that Gaza would remain one of the Thus, it is important to avoid portraying Israel as a peaceful nation that peacefully departed from Gaza without ever intervening in local affairs. This narrative does not align with the facts, and it's imperative to acknowledge the reality of the situation.

The current continuous inhumane bombardment of Gaza, which includes the destruction of hospitals, the targeting of ambulances, and the disruption of water and power supplies, constitutes a grave violation of human rights and international law and nothing short of a crime against humanity. Israel's actions are not solely in response to the loss of soldiers and civilians but are also seen as retaliation for the humiliating Hamas attack which destroyed the myth about the invincible army and exposed vulnerabilities within the Israeli military. Images of IDF officers being dragged from their tank then taken prisoners and marched on to Gaza are immortal. Historical instances, such as the United States' withdrawal from Vietnam, Lebanon, and more recently, Afghanistan, along with the Soviet Union's retreat from Afghanistan, highlight the challenges of long-term occupations. It raises the question of whether Israel can feasibly reoccupy Gaza. Even if such an endeavor were to occur (which is uncertain), it is likely that Israel would eventually be compelled to withdraw, potentially leaving Hamas in even a stronger position (The Taliban victory is fresh example). At the heart of this ongoing conflict lies the issue of the illegal occupation of the Palestinian homeland. Addressing this root cause is essential to resolving the longstanding issues that have persisted for seven decades.

Every single Palestinian in Gaza or the West Bank experiences at least one of the following: Daily humiliation at Israeli military checkpoints, economic blockade, confiscation of land, harassment by armed settlers, desecration of their Aqsa Mosque, restrictions on having their own air or sea ports, collective punishment such as demolishing family homes if anyone is involved in any act of resistance, targeting journalists and aid workers, and a shoot-to-kill policy against kids throwing stones at tanks. Let's not forget over 5,000 prisoners, including women and children. All Palestinians are also under occupation. 30 years since the Oslo peace agreement, Israel has not relinquished the occupied Palestinian land or recognized an independent Palestinian state. Instead, they are adding more illegal settlements or expanding the existing ones. To achieve peace, it is essential to end the occupation and treat Palestinians with respect.

If and when Israel stops killing Palestinian innocent kids, then Hamas won't be using their pictures. Your cruel remarks and indifference towards targeting children is disturbing.

You must be a very lucky man if all that bothers you in life is just this trivial issue.

Simple answer. Both Russia and N. Korea actually have nuclear weapons.

How dare they sell coffee beans with explicit pictures and advertisements referring to a man and woman’s private parts, in the sex capital of the world?

Really? Is it too much to expect that a billionaire who wields control over the government would have basic amenities like air conditioning, a fridge, and a sofa? These are fundamental comforts for an individual of his age and stature. Let's give him some space; he has endured numerous injustices for over 16 years. He was forcibly removed from power through a coup, had his assets confiscated, endured daily attacks on his reputation, faced a hastily convened judiciary under the junta that convicted him of corruption, and even had Interpol attempts to detain him. His family members were also targeted, among other hardships. I'm not particularly fond of billionaires or politicians, but I can see how the ordinary Thai people love and respect him. I'm happy for him as well, and I hope he is released soon. Perhaps he can return to a more impartial court system to clear his name.

I might be swimming against the current here, as most (farangs) are against Thaksin, but I believe he deserves to be released. He was removed from power through an illegal method (a coup), forced into exile for 16 years, had his assets confiscated, and his allies and even his own family were targeted. He may have been involved in corruption; I am not sure, but he was unlikely to receive a fair trial under a military junta. Many Thai people like him and have consistently voted for any party connected to him, and that should also be considered. His release could contribute to the reconciliation process and bring closure to this ongoing saga, allowing the current government to address the real issues facing the country.

The irony lies in the fact that Abbas himself is perceived by the majority of Palestinians as a traitor and an Israeli puppet. He is unelected and widely despised by his own people. The free world must remain resolute in opposing Israel's daily atrocities, which include the killing of journalists, the shooting of children who throw stones at them, targeted assassinations, collective punishment, economic blockades, and the continuous theft of land to build illegal settlements. Why does the world seem to tolerate what is seen as the last occupation on Earth and the last apartheid state? The old narrative of a 'peaceful state surrounded by aggressive neighbors' is increasingly questioned, especially given that Israel is the sole nuclear power in the region and possesses overwhelming military superiority. Resisting occupation is not only a universal right but also a moral obligation. Is it not inconsistent to turn a blind eye to the situation in Palestine while simultaneously actively opposing Russia's actions in Ukraine? Time to end 70 years of occupation and daily humiliation of the Palestinian people. The two-state solution remains the most viable option, but it appears increasingly distant with the presence of a right-wing, pro-settlement government in Israel.

Soi 6 has few girls wearing eyeglasses and few nurses and some nuns. It sounds that you might be watching too much porn though.

Not a good idea due to three problems: heavy traffic, sun heat and rain

Jeffrey Long is well suited to be a Priest/Imam/Rabbi...no way a doctor.

I have been obtaining a certificate of residency at least once a year for various reasons at Jomtien and always paid 300 Bahts and of course no receipt. Never been asked if it was required for same day or 3 days later so not sure the free option is even available.

No matter what Pita does or doesn't do/say, the establishment is rigged against him. Full stop

Thaksin was a democratically elected PM ousted by an undemocratic mean (coup). The fact that while in exile, he still has such an overwhelming popularity amongst ordinary Thais must be respected and admired. Any party he forms or a person he supports/nominates consistently gets the highest number of votes in any election any time anywhere. Never understood why so many farangs here hates him. Thaksin could nominate his pet dog for the post of PM and it would win simply because the people like him. You might not like it, but It's a fact.

How the residents of the area would have possibly known that? Did they personally check the papers of each rider? Yes, the riders have been an ongoing problem in that area but that last statement just biased and ridiculous.

Misleading title, as one would think the victim has died not the attacking crazy dog.

Not entirely his decision, as it was dictated by the ombudsman's findings. Speaker stuffed up big time when he allowed a vote instead of referring Pita's second nomination attempt to the constitutional court.

You don't take a sandwich with you on your way to a restaurant.