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Sadly, not happening any time soon. Each side is determined to achieve their goals. And each side feels their goals are well justified. I am quite sure there will a lot of comments claiming the better justification for whomever they are rooting for.

Guess you don't get it. I am NOT using your logic. Therefore, I do NOT accept that modern history is mostly fabricated.

Similar to an indictment. Evidence is not always what it seems to be. Nothing is certain until a verdict is issued. Seems we already have a judge an jury in place.

Maybe a pariah in some circles, but if Hamas is eliminated accolades may be the outcome from other quarters. In a previous post, you mentioned the decades of resentment from the defeated after WWII. When I pointed out the mutual security and defense treaties made a few years after the war (not decades) you dismissed this as being political and not personal sentiments. Although we can only surmise how the Israelis are perceived after the hostilities end, I would say your negative views will be proven wrong. Time moves on.

Now, now, children.

I attended a Catholic School for 12 years where every year religion was a standard course, which naturally included bible study. Both the old and new testaments mention the Jews. Today, I look to the Bible for its historical value and not its religious significance. Archaeological discoveries have shown the geography and historical events recorded in the Bible are fairly accurate. Therefore, using the Bible as a reference in discussing the present dispute regarding Israel and Palestine, I feel is quite reliable. One of the main differences between the Jewish and Christian faiths is about Jesus Christ. Christians believe he was the Messiah while most Jews believe he was a prophet. Islam has similar views as Christians about Jesus. Since all three religions consider Jerusalem as a holy site why not designate it as an open city. Being an international city would prohibit both Israelis and Palestinians from making it their capital city. Then with international help a new capital could be built in the West Bank for the Palestinians. Would this diffuse some of the hostilities between the two camps? I am far from being an expert in this area, but can only hope this would stop the constant controversy over the city and save it from any more destruction. If you only have negative comments to make, keep them to yourselves. https://www.levitt.com/essays/palestine https://www.ispeacestillpossible.com/jerusalem-openvsdividedcity

Didn't you ask for my opinion? Twice in fact. Parties? The biggie I would like to be invited to is the party celebrating Israel's victory over Hamas. In fact, I just might have one myself. At the rate Israel is murdering all these children and innocent civilians, my wish is for it to come soon.

Evidently, you failed to comprehend what my response to you was. The reason the video was on that channel is because the hostess was programed to ask the questions that aligned with the slanted views of so-called Middle East expert, Noam Chomsky. If he is THE expert on the Middle East, then I am THE expert on Hawaii. The truth is I am not and neither is Chomsky as you claim. Again, you need to read my reply to that totally biased video. If you still don't get the message, perhaps a course in remedial English is in line.

BORING!

So far on this topic you have made 79 posts plastered with innuendos, accusations and repetitious arguments.........BORING!

Don't waste your time with him. He is as you described. A bore, with relentless tirades against anyone who dares to differ with him.

I sleep peacefully, never worrying about what you have accused me and others of. It is because of my racism?

At my age I wished someone would mow my lawn. Even at age 84, I mow my lawn every three weeks with a walk-behind and not a riding mower. I only use the rider to mow my tropical fruit orchid.

First of all, Democracy Now leans to the left, pretty far left. While described as accurately presenting the facts, does not mean you present all the facts. Chomsky uses strongly loaded words like sadistic, brutal, rampage, mowing the lawn, etc. to describe actions taken by Israel. He goes on and on about Israel, the bad player, but barely mentions Hamas. Read what this website says about Democracy Now. https://mediabiasfactcheck.com/democracy-now/ Personally, I feel this is a totally one sided view about Israeli/Hamas relations and the present conflict. No one could be a better apologist for Hamas than Chomsky. Did you notice the expression and the tone of voice of the hostess? Looked and sounded like bias to me.

I know you weren't calling me out. I've posted a similar statement on another forum that had members rehashing the same issues over and over that eventually turned into heated discussions. In fact, some offending posts were removed by the moderator.

Got it. I've tried to cut back, but have made the mistake of replying to the trolls on this forum. We are all human, some more than others.

It seems every few hours new reports come out about the economic effects this is having. Supply chains are being disrupted and shipping costs are quickly rising. Anyone relying on just-in-time delivery is going to heavily impacted. Although Chinese oil imports may not be affected it will eventually hurt their exports. It the damage is significant they might suggest to one of the Houthi's major sponsors, Iran, to get involved. China is a major buyer of Iranian oil, thus they have some leverage. Anything is possible when push comes to shove.

Even if the Israelis stop, the Houthis may or may not agree to a cease fire. If a cease fire does take place it won't take long for the missile barrages to start again. They'll cite an incident to claim Israel did not keep their word and make more demands. Allowing Hamas to exist in its present form is kicking the can down the road. They are determined to fight to the bitter end. No matter what they agree to they find or create a reason to resume hostilities.

This is exactly what I predicted 4 days ago. Germany presently has 8 naval vessels off the coast of Lebanon participating in UNIFIL. The Seychelles role in all of this is to gather intelligence.

I agree, but you know who will accuse us of hyperbole.

That's your opinion. It is my opinion that it's not Israel's fault Hamas failed to better the living conditions of the people of Gaza with the millions of dollars given to them. By using the money for other means made them useful in contributing to Iran's goal of fomenting unrest. Iranian stooges, they are. How you wish to connect the dots is your business. However, on this forum, your business is NOT forcing anyone to do or say anything.

Big deal. You hurt my feelings. Life goes on with or without your apology.

There is no doubt in my mind Israel has done some bad things to the Palestinians. I would consider some their actions taken to be illegal under international rules, but l am not so sure about labeling them as war crimes. And no need to give me a definition and list of war crimes. That has been on this forum several times. No need for apologies. Don't need 'em.

Show me where I have denied. Your false accusations are becoming a bit tiring. And I am not the only one tired of your nonsense.

You asking about something that has just about zero chance of occurring. Worry about that if and when it happens.