Well now, we have a 'tenuous' peace between Hamas and Israel, many thanks to Egypt for that. I hope it will lead to bigger and better things... I'm not holding my breath though.

I am afraid Israel will go winging it into Gaza very hard should the truce breakdown. Devastating results will follow , as the Israeli people are putting a huge amount of pressure on the government to do so. They are simply tired of missiles and mortars landing indiscriminately amongst them.

What will happen?

I know, I know. Realityman. You know how much I respect your opinions and postings... but on this one, can't we let bygones be bygones and start fresh again?

For crying out loud, why can't you guys get back on topic?
... I'm rather tired of the whole mess wasted on a 'who did what to whom'. Why can't you all just post based on all sources. You three are all capable, just act like it and move along. Please...

I think a lot of all of you and the distress I feel when all of you keep petty grudges going bothers me to no end. 

Can we all agree to disagree, then move on? My word doesn't count for much, but I am an 'outside observer'.

As I see it, if this 'cease fire' does not lead to more permanency, Israel is more than capable of adjusting to Any Hamas build up.

Israel would prefer a peace that lasts, but is also prepared to proactively guarantee it under any scenario.


... In my humble opinion , of course. 

Realityman,

   There is enough blame to go around with all parties concerned. Right now we are in the second day of a very tenuous 'cease fire'. That is more than there ever was before...baby steps before bigger changes don't you think? 

We should withdraw from Iraq in a progressive manner (here's hoping that the Iraqi Army and Police can pick up the slack).

Not only would it save billions, but stop the devastating losses of loved ones and maimed young men who didn't know what they were fighting for.

Iraq has to sort out their problems their way and quit using the U.S. The military is not a police force. Insist that the U.N. take over that role.

I can agree with that. 

The Holy Quran speaks of seeking world domination and demand its followers to do just that. Especially the Wahabi sect of Islam. Islamic extremists abound in the Mid-East and elsewhere.

Thanks realityman, for bringing some facts into the light. 

The Mid-East has always been in tribal conflict for over 4,000 years. I don't expect this to change overnight, but what I want to know is what do all the previous rants have to do with burning the New Testament of the Christian Bible?

Many other 'symbols' of various issues are burned almost daily. Why pick just one?

Good job on the research Ahk...

I think Israel will deal with the most dangerous threat first, and that will be Iran, not Gaza and Hamas. The clock is ticking for Iran and remains the same for Gaza.

The article, while intriguing, seems to be more of a pipe dream based on speculation. I agree the U.S. should have a situation in Iran as a basis to build bridges, but I know the Iranian government would not allow any U.S. Flag flying sittuation. I believe the U.S. has to approach the Iranians with a whole new attitude than the current administration has been doing.

The bottom line from my point of view, is to hope that the next POTUS is Senator Barack Obama. He has long wanted and has stated that he wants to engage all nations including Iran in a more thoughtful and respectful manner.

But currently, the idea of an 'interests section' is wishful thinking at the State Department and not at the White House...

It is a nice thing to hope for the reaproachment to Iraq that may have to grow slowly.

Your priceless insecurity gets you every time. You won't do anything but deflect from the real issues before you.
... I don't know why I respond to someone who doesn't have a clue. Maybe I won't wast my time.

Obviously, you haven't read either my profile or what is under my avatar. I was born and spent more years in the U.S. than you are old. Still vote too.
... yet another thing you screwed up.   

How unfortunate Lebanon has fallen into a proxy war between Syria and others. 
... Lebanon used to be the pearl of the east, I really feel for the Lebanese people.