Month: August 2006

This author reiterates what was posted to this blog just a couple of days ago regarding DM Peretz’s designation of a commission of investigation;

“Wouldn’t a more thorough, objective analysis and judgement come from the likes of Generals Giora Eiland, director of Israel’s national security council and Moshe Ya’alon, former IDF Chief of Staff preceding Halutz, or by State Controller Michal Lindenstrauss?” MB

Supreme Court to Hear Petition Calling For Gov’t Investigation read more

Commentary;

Slimey Israeli politicians always say, “Trust me” and we learn that with those words uttered, one is totally justified in cynicism. But, in the humble opinion of this author, Trust me, there will be many more revelations. You can take it to the bank! MB

Ramon Forfeits Immunity and Hearing, to Resign Sunday

Excerpt;

“Ramon will stand trial on charges of committing an indecent act without consent, Mazuz informed Ramon on Thursday. He is suspected of having used force to kiss a female soldier on the lips and insert his tongue into her mouth on the day the soldier celebrated her last day of work as a clerk in a government office.” read more

Hizbullah Encourages Palestinian Terror

Excerpt;

“Palestinian terror cells operating in the West Bank and the Gaza Strip in conjunction with Hizbullah are under orders by the Lebanese-based terror group to escalate their attacks against Israel.”

Israel Protests Russian Missile Sales to Iran

Excerpt;

“Russian-made anti-tank missiles reached Hizbullah guerrillas in Lebanon and were used in the 34-day conflict. The anti-tank missiles proved to be one of Hizbullah’s most effective weapons in face-to-face combat with the IDF, killing many of the 118 soldiers that died in the fighting. Russia sold the weapons to Iran and Syria, known supporters of Hizbullah, who passed them on.” read more

Evacuee: I Should Have Blown Myself in Gush Katif

Excerpt;

“Nevertheless, some 80 percent of the evacuees have already received full compensation from the government.”

Commentary;

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This article seems like a caring, compassionate appraisal of the negative impact of last year’s expulsion upon families, upon husbands and wives, upon parents and off-spring. That is until one reaches this sentence;