I believe that Netanyahu is conducting a systematic ethnic cleansing and that the killing of the aid workers from WCK was intentional. The vehicles were well marked both on top and overall, they had co-ordinated with the IDF who knew where and when they would be. I understand they use drones and other visual methods of identifying targets. I think the intent is to drive NGO's out and use starvation as a weapon . Recent images obtained by Bellingcat shows unequivocal clearing of crops, green houses and orchards which will leave no source of providing food crops ( metaphorically salting the ground ). There appears to have been many extrajudicial killings of reporters, aid workers and civilians. The IDF is herding the survivors ever closer to the border with the apparent intent to drive any survivors across the border. The hospitals, infrastructure and food production have been functionally destroyed. How many dead children will it take to satisfy their need for revenge? All of them ? I support the need to destroy Hamas, but the tactics of the IDF is actually a win for Hamas . Israel has long been known to be effective in other more subtle ways in eliminating enemies, or maybe I read too many Daniel De Silva novels.
One needs to realize that Hamas, under the guidance of Putin, orchestrated all of this. They invaded Israel knowing that there would be retribution that would include the murdering of even more innocents. Even after the initial counter offense, Hamas worked to maximize the murdering of their own innocent people. The solution is clear. It is to eliminate the prime mover in all of this which is the Kremlin. It is the only ruling culture in this world that resorts to genocidal strategies like this. They are heinous - a true Evil Empire and never forget that this invasion of Israel was planned to occur on Putins birthday. That was done to establish nothing less than terror.
Indeed and its his gas station that funds all his wars. Its time to build another gas station across the street and drop the price below his cost just like Reagan did. BONUS POINTS - it cripples Iran too.
Putin and HAMAS knowing full well how Israel would respond to the atrocities made sure that casualties would be extreme. Israel ran into the trap and the consequences have been worldwide condemnation of Israel for the overkill, which has served to weaken and isolate Israel.
I thought it is Iran not Putin attacking Israel through Hamas. Remember the large number of civilians killed in Afghanistan by an American bomb at a wedding ceremony and did Biden call for an investigation? No. Hypocrit. These aid workers would be alive if Hamas had not brutally attacked Israel. And yes Bibi is ghastly and should go.
Brinkmanship is a dumb strategy if the deck is stacked against you. Apart from the diaspora pressure proposed by Diane, Israel now needs to verify that it is still a Western democracy. Elections are the normal proof of the pudding, even if stealth WW3 is the international context.
Netanyhu is right - get rid of Hamas. Push Eygpt to temporarily house Ramas refugees. Open the northern entry under deadly controls. Causeway? Until the first storm. 30,000 killed - Hamas numbers - IDF numbers much less. Hamas "they sowed the wirlwind ". So many experts determine targeting - lets find out the truth before we condemn anyone. I'm not jewish - I think they are being treated very unfairly.
Diane, as always, I am very impressed with your broad research abilities.
Netanyahu has placed his Diaspora at risk worldwide and they need to apply pressure to oust him out of office for a more moderate Israel. Netanyahu is protecting his behind at the expense of so many innocent lives. The Middle East is a time bomb because of nefarious players like Iran, Russia and others.
The newsletter urges that the Diaspora becomes actively involved in the political conversation involving Israel, not control it. I believe that's badly needed.
I believe that Netanyahu is conducting a systematic ethnic cleansing and that the killing of the aid workers from WCK was intentional. The vehicles were well marked both on top and overall, they had co-ordinated with the IDF who knew where and when they would be. I understand they use drones and other visual methods of identifying targets. I think the intent is to drive NGO's out and use starvation as a weapon . Recent images obtained by Bellingcat shows unequivocal clearing of crops, green houses and orchards which will leave no source of providing food crops ( metaphorically salting the ground ). There appears to have been many extrajudicial killings of reporters, aid workers and civilians. The IDF is herding the survivors ever closer to the border with the apparent intent to drive any survivors across the border. The hospitals, infrastructure and food production have been functionally destroyed. How many dead children will it take to satisfy their need for revenge? All of them ? I support the need to destroy Hamas, but the tactics of the IDF is actually a win for Hamas . Israel has long been known to be effective in other more subtle ways in eliminating enemies, or maybe I read too many Daniel De Silva novels.
That's what the ICJ will be looking into
One needs to realize that Hamas, under the guidance of Putin, orchestrated all of this. They invaded Israel knowing that there would be retribution that would include the murdering of even more innocents. Even after the initial counter offense, Hamas worked to maximize the murdering of their own innocent people. The solution is clear. It is to eliminate the prime mover in all of this which is the Kremlin. It is the only ruling culture in this world that resorts to genocidal strategies like this. They are heinous - a true Evil Empire and never forget that this invasion of Israel was planned to occur on Putins birthday. That was done to establish nothing less than terror.
I've written many times that this is Putin's asymmetrical World War 3
Indeed and its his gas station that funds all his wars. Its time to build another gas station across the street and drop the price below his cost just like Reagan did. BONUS POINTS - it cripples Iran too.
Putin and HAMAS knowing full well how Israel would respond to the atrocities made sure that casualties would be extreme. Israel ran into the trap and the consequences have been worldwide condemnation of Israel for the overkill, which has served to weaken and isolate Israel.
So how do we crush the Kremlin (and Iran)? Drill Baby Drill and then Drill Again.
Not that simple
Ambition very hawkish
Thank you for this important (and courageous) posting which highlights facts which have been unspoken for far too long.
Excellent as always
Don't understand this 'war' per se BUT I know Putin has his fingers in it.
I thought it is Iran not Putin attacking Israel through Hamas. Remember the large number of civilians killed in Afghanistan by an American bomb at a wedding ceremony and did Biden call for an investigation? No. Hypocrit. These aid workers would be alive if Hamas had not brutally attacked Israel. And yes Bibi is ghastly and should go.
Russia and Iran are besties. Wagner Group forces trained Hamas. Iran supplied money and weapons.
Brinkmanship is a dumb strategy if the deck is stacked against you. Apart from the diaspora pressure proposed by Diane, Israel now needs to verify that it is still a Western democracy. Elections are the normal proof of the pudding, even if stealth WW3 is the international context.
Netanyhu is right - get rid of Hamas. Push Eygpt to temporarily house Ramas refugees. Open the northern entry under deadly controls. Causeway? Until the first storm. 30,000 killed - Hamas numbers - IDF numbers much less. Hamas "they sowed the wirlwind ". So many experts determine targeting - lets find out the truth before we condemn anyone. I'm not jewish - I think they are being treated very unfairly.
Diane, as always, I am very impressed with your broad research abilities.
Thanks this is an evolving story, changes today already. Stay tuned. It's a mess.
There is now too much evidence to call the savage attack on food aid workers an accident. I hope you will rephrase your piece.
I removed the word accidentally from first paragraph because of Israel's actions today
Netanyahu has placed his Diaspora at risk worldwide and they need to apply pressure to oust him out of office for a more moderate Israel. Netanyahu is protecting his behind at the expense of so many innocent lives. The Middle East is a time bomb because of nefarious players like Iran, Russia and others.
Nice article. The war is affecting the Jewish youth outside Israel and the huge Anti Semitism they have to deal with in Universities. https://www.jta.org/2024/04/03/united-states/most-jewish-parents-say-oct-7-has-affected-their-childs-college-selection-hillel-survey-finds?utm_source=JTA_Maropost&utm_campaign=JTA_Life_Stories&utm_medium=email&mpweb=1161-70680-29355
Excellent report Diane. What's your take on Gallant?
He scares me.
Diane, forgive me. I meant Benny Gantz. I don't know where Gallant came from. Duh!
Will you tell us why? He's called for a Sept. election.
Ah so two fascists supplying Hamas. Thanks
The newsletter urges that the Diaspora becomes actively involved in the political conversation involving Israel, not control it. I believe that's badly needed.