There are a few things about which only Israelis have a right to voice their comments.

Submitted by Avram Kalisky (United States), Aug 3, 2008 at 00:07

But they are a very few. It should only be about articles that relate to how they are affected by what is going on. Only Israelis can comment on that. But we are all citizens of this World. And when Israeli politicians act in stupid ways, we all suffer. When hostages are taken, their families must recognize that the possibility that they will be rescued is small.

Entebbes are not the rule. Lives must not be easily sacrificed for their return. More so for their dead bodies. We must recognize that the enemies of Israel place little value on life. And their leaders place even less value on the lives of their followers. That places an even greater responsiblity on Israel's leaders to be courageous and wise when they place all of their people, soldier and civilian alike, in danger.

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