With Christmas on the horizon there doesn’t seem to be much good will in the Middle East. Reports have it that the US ordered Israel not to conduct a preemptive strike on Hezbollah in Lebanon. The French navy is not really playing a part in Operation Prosperity Guardian. They object to playing second fiddle to … More Gaza War 23 Dec
Israel will soon begin lowering the range of ground operations in Gaza. That’s my take on the recent series of visits by various US high level officials here. The US pressure to reduce civilian casualties, something Israel cannot ignore. But neither the US nor Israel has shown any indication of a plan for what will … More Gaza War 20 Dec
The most important thing I’ve heard this morning is the American announcement of Operation Prosperity Guardian. This will provide protection for shipping against Houthi piracy and attacks. As usual, it’s a coalition involving US, UK, French, Dutch, German, and that the US 5th fleet aircraft carrier might lend teeth to the protective force. That might … More Gaza War 19 Dec
The past two days were marked by tragedies that often occur in war. Some were probably avoidable and that just makes them even sadder. An employee of USAID, and most of his family, was killed in Gaza, probably by IAF bombing. The reports are not sufficiently detailed for Israel to confirm or deny responsibility. There … More Gaza War 17 Dec
This message was sent to the Michigan Daily. I asked for a read receipt. I never received one. I do not believe my Alma Mater should be blindly supporting the cause of Hamas. I’m sure you are aware that there is ample evidence to show that the real oppressor of Palestinians in Gaza is Hamas. … More Gaza War 16 Dec
IDF troops continue to move through Sajawiya house by house. Among the things that have been discovered in this activity (besides eliminating Hamas terrorists) are: Confirmation of the deaths of more hostages (and recovery of their bodies). Weapons and ammunition Kevlar protective vests and helmets Rockets, including those big 122mm GRADs … More Gaza War 15 Dec
The UN General Assembly passed a resolution (non-binding) calling for a cease-fire. It doesn’t mention Hamas. One of the most disturbing things about this entire war has been the apparent total reluctance to condemn Hamas for what it has done. No one points out that Hamas has consistently refused to conduct face to face talks … More Gaza War 14 Dec
On Friday an IDF Special Forces group made an attempt at rescuing another hostage. It was not successful. The hostage was no longer at the location, and neither was his body. Hamas then claimed that the hostage was killed during the rescue attempt. But they still have the body. It looks to me like they … More Gaza War 10 Dec
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