The three things below are what's necessary now, but the most complicated thing is that they must occur simultaneously. No one can simply force either Hamas or Bibi to make it happen (neither the Palestinians nor the Israelis have enlightened leadership at this point). Our only hope is an international consortium involving powerful Arab countries, the United States and Europe. 1) Ceasefire 2) Release of the hostages 3) Immediate conference on the establishment of a two-state solution, accompanied by a temporary international peace-keeping force to make it binding. There are absolutely Palestinian and Jewish Israeli leaders waiting in the wings, capable of accomplishing this. They are held down on both sides but my prayer is that they be lifted up.

Nov 9, 2023 · 2:57 PM UTC

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Powerful Arab countries are not enlightened either. Most of them want Israel wiped off the face of the Earth, same as Hamas. If powerful Arab countries really wanted peace in the Middle East they could’ve effectuated it long ago. They prefer to keep the Israeli/Palestinian problem festering. An international military force on the ground would not be any more effective at stopping terrorist attacks than the IDF.
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Meaning, Hamas is at the negotiating table? If so, that is ridiculous. Hamas does not want peace and a two state solution. How do I know, because they say so, over and over and over. I guess you could add a first bullet point: Hamas declares it wants a two state solution, with Israel remaining a Jewish homeland and state. If by a miracle that happens, maybe you get to #2 If not, nobody is going to agree to sit down with Hamas. They may not say so publicly, but all Arab regimes want Hamas gone. Only Iran approves of Hamas, you know the Iran that publicly calls for Israel to be wiped off the map It's calls like this post that make Israel think it has no real alternative but to destroy Hamas, now. If its well-meaning friends say Hamas needs to be tolerated or accommodated, Israel can not depend on those friends when its very existance is threatened.
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The President could stop it w/ A word!
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You should absolutely make some instagram posts and tik toks of this! THIS is what people who are frustrated with Biden want to see but many aren't aware of you yet. Also, I've seen that you've been getting comments from some people who would like you to speak on this more.
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A simple, straightforward strategy. The US can support this by denying any and all weapons. Force change. Inspire change.
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Why can't there be a one state solution with an autonomous regional government for Palestinians. I think it's far more constructive to integrate "Palestinians" into Israeli society than leave them on their own to be influenced by radical players like Hamas.
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And maybe have Hamas say they no longer have the destruction of Israel as part of their mission?
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Comical. We should have negotiated with al Qaida after 9-11?
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No. Do not appease barbarians. It's clear why you don't gain any traction
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