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Originally Posted by Sean
Can't blame them given the history. In contrast with Deckard, as I remember it, during previous attempts at a cease-fire, there would be things like kidnappings of Israeli soldiers or random missiles shot across the border into Israel that would prompt a military response from them. When dealing with a terrorist organization like Hamas, I'd say it's wise to be ready for anything.
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It's quite possible that the Israeli heavy-handedness is sticking in my mind more over the last few occasions because it goes against what we've come to expect/what the popular view is. I do get the impression that Hamas violence is instantly linked with sabotaging progress, whereas the Israeli violence isn't. (does the recognition of being state-sanctioned give it more legitimacy?). I stand by my recollection, but as I say, I'm happy (and hoping) to be proven wrong, though that's obviously not to say I'm hoping for elements of Hamas to curtail things either. But either way, we'll see. Let's just say I'm noting it this time.
BB - gosh, very kind.
