Today, Secretary of State John Kerry gave a valedictory address on the Obama administration's efforts to achieve Israel-Palestine peace. There were several strange aspects of the speech serving as background. First, he gave the speech at the State Department. An odd choice if you want your words to have a special impact in the world. Giving it in the … [Read more...]
Obama Abstains, Security Council Denounces Israeli Settlememts
Oh the rage! The betrayal! The wringing of hands and gnashing of teeth--as the U.S. did as promised after decades of defying U.S. policy and international law, settling 750,000 settlers (almost as many Palestinians as were expelled during Nakba) on conquered territory . It permitted a UNSC resolution (text) denouncing Israeli settlements to pass by … [Read more...]
Trump Casts First U.S. Veto in UN–and He’s Not Even President!
That headline was too good not to steal. It's from the NY Post (with a few modifications), which appears to dislike Trump as much as I do. As anyone knows who reads this blog, Israel doesn't stand on ceremony. Nor does it obey diplomatic or democratic niceties like respecting the office of sitting presidents. It reminds me of the old song: "What Lola … [Read more...]
U.S. $38-Billion Israeli Military Aid Package Props Up Occupation
I'm waiting to hear from all those Israelis and pro-Israelists who thumb their noses at the U.S., dismiss our disagreements with them, and even boast that they don't need our dollars or weapons. So where are these folks now? Will our hasbara commentariat rise as one and denounce this aid deal? Or will they slink back into the darkness, licking their lips … [Read more...]