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Israeli Poll on Iran Undercuts Netanyahu on Eve of Major Meet

On the eve of a critical set of meetings between top U.S. and Israeli officials, a new survey finds little backing among the Israeli public for a military strike against Iranian nuclear facilities without Washington’s approval. According to the poll, released at a briefing at the Brookings Institution Wednesday, only about one in five Israelis … Continue reading “Israeli Poll on Iran Undercuts Netanyahu on Eve of Major Meet”

10 Reasons to Keep an Eye on AIPAC

The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) is one of the most powerful lobby organizations in the country. On March 4-6, AIPAC will hold its annual policy conference in Washington, D.C. The speakers include Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, U.S. President Barack Obama, Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta, Republican candidate Newt Gingrich, and a host … Continue reading “10 Reasons to Keep an Eye on AIPAC”

The Mossad Has Long Given Marching Orders to AIPAC

AIPAC’s Washington policy conference next month is drawing intense scrutiny and unprecedented resistance. AIPAC has worked quietly for years to tripwire the United States into war with Iran. Soon it will “ask” Congress and the president to define “nuclear weapons capability” as the threshold for war, essentially demanding an immediate attack. Because Iran presents no … Continue reading “The Mossad Has Long Given Marching Orders to AIPAC”

Iran, Israel, and the US: The Slide To War

Wars are fought because some people decide it is in their interests to fight them. World War I was not started over the Archduke Ferdinand’s assassination, nor was it triggered by the alliance system. An “incident” may set the stage for war, but no one keeps shooting unless they think it’s a good idea. The … Continue reading “Iran, Israel, and the US: The Slide To War”

Adnan’s Victory

A Palestinian village, somewhere in the West Bank. In the middle of the night, banging on the door and shouts in Arabic: "Israeli army. Open up!" Somebody — most often the mother — opens the door. The heavily armed soldiers rush in and drag the victim out of bed. They throw him to the floor … Continue reading “Adnan’s Victory”

Deconstructing Lieberman’s Iran Resolution

Sen. Joseph Isadore “Joe” Lieberman, the “independent Democrat” from Connecticut, has been one of the most hawkish members of the Senate for years. He is in fact a turncoat who campaigned for John McCain in 2008, and in many ways he has been more Republican than Republicans. He supported the invasion of Iraq in 2003, … Continue reading “Deconstructing Lieberman’s Iran Resolution”

Mr. President, Talk Sense to Netanyahu

MEMORANDUM FOR: The President FROM: Veterans for Peace SUBJECT: You Need to Talk Sense to Netanyahu We members of Veterans for Peace have served in every war since World War II. We know war. And we know when it smells like war. It smells that way now, with drums beating loudly for attacking Iran. Information … Continue reading “Mr. President, Talk Sense to Netanyahu”

AIPAC Declares War

The American people don’t particularly want a new war in the Middle East, but apparently Congress and Washington’s most powerful lobby do. Thirty-two senators have co-sponsored a resolution that will constrain the White House from adopting any policy vis-à-vis Iran’s “nuclear weapons capability” that amounts to “containment.” The senators include the familiar figures of Joe … Continue reading “AIPAC Declares War”

Thou Shalt Not Kill (Thyself)

After the founding of Israel, God appeared to David Ben-Gurion and told him: “You have created a state for my chosen people in my holy land. This merits a great reward. Tell me what you wish, and I will grant it.” Ben-Gurion answered: “Almighty God, I wish that every person in Israel shall be wise, … Continue reading “Thou Shalt Not Kill (Thyself)”

Israel Shifts Uneasily Over Syria

JERUSALEM — Grappling with the fallout on their country of a possible forced removal from power of Syria’s President Bashar Assad, Israeli leaders are fluctuating between wariness, cautious optimism, and self-righteousness. Last week, as the toll exacted by the 11-month Syrian uprising was mounting dramatically, Israelis were offered by their prime minister the customary appraisal … Continue reading “Israel Shifts Uneasily Over Syria”