Reply #21: You've called it as it is, DeaconBlues

[Rhiannon12866]

Yes, Israel not only continues to subjugate those who live in the territories, but is now aiming missile strikes at densely populated areas such as Gaza, aiming to assassinate individual leaders from terrorist groups, such as Hamas. Unfortunately, innocent civilians are killed, as well, and they often miss. When I heard the term ``targeted killings,'' my blood ran cold. This will only lead to an escalation of the violence and a complete derailing of the ``road map.''

Yes, Israel does has the right to survive. I also agree that they do not have the right to bomb any other country that aspires to their level of technology. They seem to be taking a page from Bush*s playbook, if they launch an unprovoked strike. They know that they have the unqualified support of the U.S.

The important thing to remember in all this is when it is reported that Israel plans to launch strikes on people living within its borders or its neighbors, they are talking about the government and not the people. The majority of Israeli citizens are sick to death of the violence and of living in fear. They desire peace as much as the Palestinians. Both groups have been given hope too many times, just to see it snatched away.;(

Welcome to DU, DeaconBlues!:toast: