So that was hostile? You have to be kidding me. We share a strong dislike of Netanyahu but I just support Israel’s right to exist. That’s what I’m aligning with.

If they were truly imperialistic, why haven't they taken over all of Gaza? Are you suggesting that they don't have the means to overtake Jordan or Lebanon? I think they're happy with where they're at as long as there is no threat to their survival.

While I might disagree with Netanyahu's expanding into the West Bank, ISR took over the Golan Heights after they were attacked. Their neighbors have shown their hostility in rhetoric and actions, so given that context, do you understand their reluctance to ceding land?

I don't think we're that far off, but I don't think ISR's survival is guaranteed by having nuclear capability, but I do think it's a key factor in them maintaining their land. Their country is essentially the size of NJ and they represent a small portion of the global population.

I agree. Alliances matter as long as the US is the dominant power, ISR has the advantage. But things can certainly change and US dominance is not guaranteed in the future, especially when make poor decisions on our leadership.

While I agree that imperialism played a role in the creation of ISR as they would be more willing to work with Western interests, it's not that simplistic. They wanted to provide a safe haven for Jews after the Holocaust and ISR has only expanded their territory when attacked.

I disagree with that. There were certainly moderate ISR leaders who actually offered a two-state solution, but it was rejected by the Palestinian Authority. Hamas certainly doesn't want a two-state solution and the Palestinian Authority is corrupt with no credibility.

As for the creation of ISR, UK should be blamed for making promises to both Jews and Arabs but they were in a difficult spot after the split of the Ottomon Empire. As we have seen over time, neither group seemed willing to budge but agree that Jews were more effective lobbying world leaders.

But that's due to Netanyahu's leadership, who I despise. I wish they had new leadership, but just like the Palestinians suffered consequences by choosing Hamas to lead them, Israelis are dealing the consequences of keeping Netanyahu in power.

What's ironic is that it's you that made the assumption that I'm displaying cognitive dissonance when I already condemned Netanyahu's action. It's you that don't know me, so I suggest that you seek clarification before you jump to wrong assumptions. And yes, I still side with Israel.

There’s no need for that type of language. It was you that said my post was a contradiction. To suggest that is a simplistic narrative.

When I think about Zionism, I’m talking about the strand that is more militant and unwilling to compromise. While that describes Netanyahu, it doesn’t represent all Israelis.

Supporting Israel doesn’t mean you support Zionism. You do realize the conflict is way more complicated, right. I can think for myself but understand that media can influence the narrative. That’s why I try to get my news from multiple perspectives but most don’t have the time to do that.

I know you like simple black and white answers, such as Israel and the Palestinians are either right or wrong but that’s not how the world operates. It’s not a double standard but recognizing there’s nuance and complexity that doesn’t lend itself with easy answers.

I think Netanyahu is a terrible leader though. I think history will bear that out but that does not change my alliance with Israel. I still love America even though I might not care about the current leadership.

I think what the Palestinians are going through is heartbreaking and I think it could’ve been avoided. It’s truly a moral dilemma, but I still side with Israel. Neither side is willing to share the land and think it’s pointless to come up with a two state solution.

You have to pick a side and I side with Israel.

I agree that both Iran and Israel are bad actors. There is no way to excuse what Israel has done in Gaza. Netanyahu’s actions were morally wrong yet understand their paranoia about Iran going nuclear. Israel is the size of NJ so unlike the US and Iran, so all it takes is one bomb to take them out.

I was unaware that Western media was denying that Israel had nuclear weapons. I thought that was common knowledge. Yes, we want to ensure Iran doesn’t get it because their rhetoric calls for the destruction of Israel.