Preparation for a full scale invasion of Gaza has begun, a sense of dread now filling the air reminiscent of the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003. As everyone is aware, there is no guarantee the war will not expand beyond Israel and Palestine. This is an extraordinarily dangerous moment for the world. 1/4

America’s official position seems to be “OK Israel, get the war over with and then we need to talk immediately about a two state solution.” Our position should be the opposite: Stop a war that can ultimately do little more than increase the bloodshed, multiplying tragedy and hatred. 2/4

The U.S. should work with Qatar and others to broker a ceasefire in exchange for release of the hostages, then convene an immediate international conference to help establish a two state solution. 3/4