Friday, December 25, 2009

Tough Military Stance Stirs Little Debate In Israel

Smoke rises following an Israeli airstrike in Gaza City, Jan. 8, 2009.
(Xinhua/Wissam Nassar)

From New York Times:

TEL AVIV — In the year since Israel launched its devastating military offensive against Hamas in Gaza, the country’s political and military leaders have faced intense international condemnation and accusations of possible war crimes.

But Israel seems to have few qualms. Officials and experts familiar with the country’s military doctrine say that given the growing threats from Iranian-backed militant organizations both in Gaza and in Lebanon, Israel will probably find itself fighting another, similar kind of war.

Only next time, some here suggest, Israel will apply more force.

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My Comment: Every one is getting ready for the next war. Hamas, Hezbollah, Israel .... Iran .... with such a mindset, the use of force becomes only more (and more) acceptable.

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