Tag Archives: Ehud Barak

Adelson-backed ad campaign features Jewish Dem claiming Netanyahu represents ‘all’ Jews

The Sheldon Adelson-backed Republican Jewish Coalition (RJC) has launched a campaign to peel away Jewish voters in swing states unhappy with the Obama administration’s Israel policy.

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‘WaPo’ senior editor doesn’t bat an eye at Israeli defense minister’s claim that Iran ‘waited 4,000 years to have a nuclear bomb’

Lally Weymouth conducts a softball interview with Ehud Barak. The words occupation, settlements or Gaza aren’t uttered.

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WikiLeaks docs expose Egyptian complicity with Israeli war crimes (again)

One of the most striking things that I took away from my time in Egypt last winter was the extent to which the U.S.-backed Mubarak dictatorship goes to squash public dissent on their government’s Gaza policy. Swarms of riot police … Continue reading

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Ehud Barak threatens Lebanon with ‘Dahiya doctrine’ in case of new war

Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak threatened Lebanon with the implementation of the “Dahiya doctrine” in the case of another war between Israel and Hezbollah in an interview with the Washington Post.  Israel and Hezbollah have engaged in a war of … Continue reading

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The failed peace process is on display in Silwan

From Cast Lead to the Mavi Marmara, few states have displayed Israel’s commitment to unilateral action. A unique ability to deflect external criticism has allowed successive adminstrations to pursue unpopular policies without hindrance. A microcosm can be glimpsed in Jerusalem, where Mayor … Continue reading

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