The Economist thinks Hamas is gathering international support every time the MSM show another clip of wounded Gazans being hauled off to hospitals on US TV. They call for Israel to enter into a ceasefire, because it will look good to world (actually European) public opinion. According to the Economist Europe's anti Semitism is rising, and stands about where it did in 1938 (Kristallnacht).
There is probably something to this. Even though the Palestinians have asked for it, time and time again, I cannot feel good about seeing crummy buildings blown to bits, and young people killed and wounded. On the other hand, when Hamas violates a ceasefire only 90 minutes after it begins, it shows how tough it can be. Hamas clearly wants to keep on fighting. We care more about casualties in Gaza than they do.
I fear the best the Israelis can do is clear out some tunnels, blow up some rockets, and take some prisoners. The Israelis ought to have a list of undesirables, Hamas people ought to be on that list, and they ought to be arresting them. I don't think anything will change the minds of the people in Gaza. They want to drive the Jews into the sea. There ain't no compromise in that position. No hardship that the Israelis can lay on Gaza is gonna change those minds.
Bebi's choices seem to be, call it off, or keep on kicking ass. I don't know which choice will be better for Israel. The Economist may think they know it all, but I have my doubts.
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