Posts Tagged ‘Hamas’
Peace in September? Maybe
When President Obama occassions peace talks next week, you can bet that it probably won't lead to peace. For starters, Hamas isn't involved, and that means only half of Palestine is in on the deal. We're not even talking about Gaza. But when Bibi and Mahmoud Abbas meet to chat, chances are it will be civil, and there will be focus. As the [...]
Ugh, This Blockade…
Hamas is looking more poweful than ever, with Turkey proud to lead the Muslim community, and Netanyahu's promise to ease the blockade. But they don't even need, or want the blockade eased - there were plans to turn Gazan sewage into fertilizer to make the Strip into a little organic farm. Some of the tunnels to Egypt will shut down, but others [...]
Profile: Avigdor Lieberman
Born in Moldova, and immigrating to Israel in the early 70's, Mr. Lieberman is a right wing figure who is Israel's Foreign Minister. He founded the Yisrael Beitenu party which came in third in the 2009 elections. He is controversial for advocating a required oath of loyalty to the state. Those who decline the acceptance of the Jewish colors, [...]
Peace Talks Back on Track
With President Obama set to mediate proximity talks again between Israel and Palestine, there is still much debate as to what it means to have American intervention in the process, especially among American Jews. Elie Wiesel (Left). For many on the right, supporting the Obama administration is akin to denouncing Israel as a state. But many [...]
Bibi’s Visit Ends Amidst Peace Doubts
Talks between Netanyahu and Obama wrapped up after tensions between the two governments flared over the past few weeks. Recently, the U.S. has urged Israel to yield to its requests to forego building in Jerusalem, but Israel asserts its right to build in its capital. The Obama administration has softened its approach to Iran's building of [...]
