What does Harsh mean?
Harsh
Function: adjective, Etymology: Middle English harsk, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Norwegian harsk harsh 1 : having a coarse uneven surface that is rough or unpleasant to the touch 2 a : causing a disagreeable or painful sensory reaction : b : physically discomforting 3 : unduly exacting 4 : lacking in aesthetic appeal or refinement.
This is Webster's definition of Harsh. What is Ehud Olmert's definition? What half measures will the Israeli government put into play this time around? Having misdirected the war against Hizbollah now they are going after Hamas in Gaza. I assume there will be aircraft and missiles deployed. What about the boots on the ground? Will Israel send it's soldiers into Gaza to go after these vermin at all costs or will they be forced to follow a restrictive rules of engagement that will prevent any semblance of victory?
Without the men on the ground, Hamas will be able to outlast the half hearted measure and come back stronger just as Hizbollah has done. By sending troops into the region the local "Palestinian" population will be forced to take sides. This should make a war in the area easier to manage. If they side with Hamas they are the enemy.
Don't count out Fatah. They are the ones responsible for the Al Aqsa brigade. Mahmoud Abbas' days are numbered. He cannot control Al Aqsa nor the "renegade" members of Fatah. However, Khalid Mashaal has complete control over Hamas. If Israel sends in troops they will be facing weapons from Iran and Syria as well as the weapons that the West, especially Israel and the U.S. have sent in.
Israel cannot afford to restrain in any aspect. An attack may instigate Syria and Hizbollah but it's only a matter of time before this happens anyway (see What's Next?). Unfortunately I don't believe that Mr. Olmert has the spine to go on the all out assault against Hamas in Gaza. Not only does he lack the will, but Mr. Peretz has proven himself to be less than worthless while Tzipi Livni is looking for political opportunities.
Based on my "conspiracy theory" the recent actions in Gaza are intentional. Hamas is trying it's best to bait Israel into an attack. They see this as a unifying action. Fatah will not fight against Hamas if Israel is attacking. If Mr. Olmert has the spine, there will be another occupation in Gaza. This will lead to uprisings and condemnation from the Islamists. This may be all that Syria needs to justify them launching an attack of their own. This would then lead Hizbollah to attack on another front.
An air and missile campaign does nothing but prolong the inevitable. It's time to get to fighting or get out of the way.
Crossposted at Gentile Wararior.
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Function: adjective, Etymology: Middle English harsk, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Norwegian harsk harsh 1 : having a coarse uneven surface that is rough or unpleasant to the touch 2 a : causing a disagreeable or painful sensory reaction : b : physically discomforting 3 : unduly exacting 4 : lacking in aesthetic appeal or refinement.
This is Webster's definition of Harsh. What is Ehud Olmert's definition? What half measures will the Israeli government put into play this time around? Having misdirected the war against Hizbollah now they are going after Hamas in Gaza. I assume there will be aircraft and missiles deployed. What about the boots on the ground? Will Israel send it's soldiers into Gaza to go after these vermin at all costs or will they be forced to follow a restrictive rules of engagement that will prevent any semblance of victory?
Without the men on the ground, Hamas will be able to outlast the half hearted measure and come back stronger just as Hizbollah has done. By sending troops into the region the local "Palestinian" population will be forced to take sides. This should make a war in the area easier to manage. If they side with Hamas they are the enemy.
Don't count out Fatah. They are the ones responsible for the Al Aqsa brigade. Mahmoud Abbas' days are numbered. He cannot control Al Aqsa nor the "renegade" members of Fatah. However, Khalid Mashaal has complete control over Hamas. If Israel sends in troops they will be facing weapons from Iran and Syria as well as the weapons that the West, especially Israel and the U.S. have sent in.
Israel cannot afford to restrain in any aspect. An attack may instigate Syria and Hizbollah but it's only a matter of time before this happens anyway (see What's Next?). Unfortunately I don't believe that Mr. Olmert has the spine to go on the all out assault against Hamas in Gaza. Not only does he lack the will, but Mr. Peretz has proven himself to be less than worthless while Tzipi Livni is looking for political opportunities.
Based on my "conspiracy theory" the recent actions in Gaza are intentional. Hamas is trying it's best to bait Israel into an attack. They see this as a unifying action. Fatah will not fight against Hamas if Israel is attacking. If Mr. Olmert has the spine, there will be another occupation in Gaza. This will lead to uprisings and condemnation from the Islamists. This may be all that Syria needs to justify them launching an attack of their own. This would then lead Hizbollah to attack on another front.
An air and missile campaign does nothing but prolong the inevitable. It's time to get to fighting or get out of the way.
Crossposted at Gentile Wararior.
Labels: Al aqsa Martyrs, Ehud Olmert, Fatah, Hamas, Hizbollah, Israel
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