andygardener Posted December 15, 2011 Share Posted December 15, 2011 There were democratic elections in Gaza (in 2006); Israel didn't like that so they committed mass murder in 2008/9 to get rid of those elected by the Palestinian people. There were elections in 2006 which Hamas won. However they then attempted to wipe out the Fatah opposition (and suceeded to a large degree) in 2007. This then led to later conflict with Israel. Hamas are an armed terrorist gang and whileever they cling to power of the people of Gaza that area will not know peace or prosperity. Why is the Rafah crossing still not open ? - why are the Palestinians still being besieged by Egypt on one side and Israel on the other ? They have no links with Israel because they keep attacking Israel. As for Egypt, ask the Egyptians. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Listens Posted December 16, 2011 Share Posted December 16, 2011 As each day goes by, it seems this is actually becoming a reality. Israel, once an apparent democracy, now just looking like it's neighbours (and even worse). Or was it always like this ? ---------- It would be appropriate for the leadership to ensure that the present system of shutting its eyes to what is happening does not bring us to a track characteristic of the rise to power of authoritarian regimes. http://www.haaretz.com/print-edition/opinion/israel-is-in-danger-of-emulating-its-worst-enemies-1.399550 What? This a joke? Lot wrong with israel as with many civilised nations. However to compare Israel with it's enemies is just daft. It's like comparing heaven to hell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esme Posted December 16, 2011 Share Posted December 16, 2011 Mod Note Posts removed for bickering and insults, please keep it civil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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