The Israelis aren't trying to push their boundaries, or eliminate anyone. They are simply trying to maintain their position in their home. Yes, their home may be something fairly new... and perhaps putting Israel where it is was a bad idea. However, that's how it is. The people fighting for their home right now are the people that have lived and grown there all their lives.
Defensive offense exists. When among 3 guys that want to hurt you, you attack the biggest one first. Eliminate what appears to be the biggest threat, and instill fear in the remaining two. Attack was imminent, but the chance of survival hinged on striking first.
Israel is not stupid enough to wait for someone to attack them at all times. If they see it coming, they'll take it out first. I consider that defensive.
Then again, it is true... they are not all sweet and innocent. The actions of Israel are often very similar to the actions of those we call "terrorists". It's a fine line. Frankly, I'm in no position to really say what's what one way or the other. I'm merely an observer.
I wouldn't say my argument is a shaky one. Yes, we could attack Iran from across the gulf. OR, we could be looking over their shoulder. It's posturing. It's saying "hey, we took out your buddy Saddam, and we're putting our mark in what used to be his country... whazzup, neighbor?"
It's like being a kid... are you more afraid of doing something you shouldn't be doing... like watching an adult-oriented movie... when your mom is at work, just 15 minutes or a phone call away? Or re you more afraid when mom is in the other room, capable of walking through the door any time she hears or even suspects that you're doing something wrong?
Defensive offense exists. When among 3 guys that want to hurt you, you attack the biggest one first. Eliminate what appears to be the biggest threat, and instill fear in the remaining two. Attack was imminent, but the chance of survival hinged on striking first.
Israel is not stupid enough to wait for someone to attack them at all times. If they see it coming, they'll take it out first. I consider that defensive.
Then again, it is true... they are not all sweet and innocent. The actions of Israel are often very similar to the actions of those we call "terrorists". It's a fine line. Frankly, I'm in no position to really say what's what one way or the other. I'm merely an observer.
I wouldn't say my argument is a shaky one. Yes, we could attack Iran from across the gulf. OR, we could be looking over their shoulder. It's posturing. It's saying "hey, we took out your buddy Saddam, and we're putting our mark in what used to be his country... whazzup, neighbor?"
It's like being a kid... are you more afraid of doing something you shouldn't be doing... like watching an adult-oriented movie... when your mom is at work, just 15 minutes or a phone call away? Or re you more afraid when mom is in the other room, capable of walking through the door any time she hears or even suspects that you're doing something wrong?
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