Posted on 10/08/2023 4:00:58 PM PDT by lightman
The worst attack on Israel in decades caught Israel, the United States, and the world by surprise. The extent of the attack and the tools of war used give every indication that Iran was involved both in supplying the weapons and in the timing of the attack. At least 70 citizens, including the elderly and children, have been killed and hostages have been taken into Gaza. There is fear that Hezbollah may attack in the North. Israel will do what it has to do to free their citizens and reclaim the land taken. Israel has responded with limited attacks and has indicated that it has every right to unleash a devastating response on those responsible. Advertisement
There is already much discussion on what has contributed to this attack. Israel claims it was unprovoked. But there are many factors that have already been noted.
Biden’s negotiations with Iran have taken off sanctions, allowed them to sell their oil, and agreed to free up billions of dollars of Iranian funds in exchange for hostages. Those funds weren’t needed for this attack; Iran has been rearming Hamas for years. They now have more resources to fund their hidden nuclear plans and further supply allies willing to rain terror on Israel. It’s clear that Iran has always promised to destroy Israel and eventually the “Great Satan,” America. They now have the funds to help make that happen.
The timing could also be influenced by the progress of negotiations between Israel and Saudi Arabia. The meetings with Prime Minister Netanyahu and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman have been continuing even though major obstacles remain. Saudi Arabia, concerned about the growing strength of Iran, is asking for help in creating the nuclear capability to match Iran.
Conflict exists between the countries on multiple levels, competing for geopolitical, economic, and sectarian influence in pursuit of regional dominance. Their political and economic struggle is exacerbated by religious differences. Iran sees itself as the leading Shia Muslim power, while Saudi Arabia sees itself as the leading Sunni Muslim power in the area. Saudi Arabia is working to increase its ties to the US. Iran is nurturing better relationships with Russia and China.
In short, an improved relationship between Israel and Saudi Arabia is not something Iran supports. Hamas was given the weapons to send a message to those Muslims who want peace with Israel.
There is no question that the more militant wing in Israel has been looking for a reason to neutralize the Iranian threat. The US has increased the strength and capabilities of their most potent enemy. By supplying Hamas and enabling this attack, not only have they freed Israel to respond; they’ve even moved the UN to condemn the attack and those responsible.
The first response from the Biden administration came through the U.S. Office of Palestinian Affairs. They condemned the attack by Hamas terrorists but added, “We urge all sides to refrain from violence and retaliatory attacks. Terror and Violence solve nothing.”
Israel is unlikely to take that advice to heart. You can expect Israel to do whatever it takes to neutralize the ability of Hamas to make further attacks. They will send ground forces initially.
If it is proven that the weapons came from Iran, expect Israel to use the attack as a reason to eventually unleash their forces to neutralize the nuclear capability of Iran. Netanyahu has already said that “we are at war.” There is concern that the number of rockets used by Hamas may have depleted Israel’s Patriot missile defense capabilities. That may delay any expanded conflict, but there is still danger that the middle east may yet explode into a bigger war.
There are other concerns. What if this is but the tip of the spear? What if the timing of this attack is but the first salvo against the West? The United States may become Iran’s next target.
With President Biden’s open border, there has been evidence of terrorists joining the illegal immigrants in crossing into the United States. Some have been apprehended, but there is no guess as to how many potential terrorists have infiltrated into our country and been bused to our major cities.
If Iran wants to extend its target beyond Israel, they may very well have the people in place to take its attacks to the United States. While we watch the middle east explode into war, it would be wise for Homeland Security to work overtime in finding and neutralizing any such threats.
With wars raging in the Ukraine and new conflict expanding in the middle east, the world faces a growing threat with nuclear implications. We have a President who is compromised and seemingly incapable of admitting mistakes or being decisive. The House of Representatives is distracted, working to choose a new Speaker and continue their investigations into criminal allegations against Hunter and the President. The nation is divided and just a year away from presidential elections. It is time to unite, but can we?
May we unite in prayer for the innocents in harm’s way and in support for our allies at this difficult time.
70? More like 700
why did it take over 6 hours for the Israeli military to respond to the nearby settlements? Seems like the Mossad didnt know 5000 rockets were aimed at Israel on a 25 mile long border? I smell a 9/11 situation.
“The worst attack on Israel in decades caught... the United States by surprise”
Maybe.
The chances of DHS finding and stopping them are as good as the chances of Mossad and CIA discovering the October 7 attacks. Everybody is in "Pronouns 101" and way too busy to deal with existential islamist threats.
The nation is divided and just a year away from presidential elections. It is time to unite, but can we?
Sure. Just as soon as leftists stop child grooming, stop child mutilation, stop baby murder, stop killing our energy infrastructure, and close the southern border.
How long did we "unite" after 9/11? A few weeks?
Maybe if they level Washington DC with a nuke we would "unite." But half the country would applaud, so that might not work.
yes indeed, the tip of the spear...
The tip of the 2024 swindle spear...
The American Communist party desperately needs a war to add to their 2024 swindle tool chest to guarantee their hold on the WH and recover the House...
When has the American Communist party (formerly known as the Democrat party) NOT started a war?
This is just an opening move. Next, Jerusalem with be destroyed by Iran with nuclear weapons then the US will come under massive, coordinated attack.
Did they really not know? Or did they let it sell happen?
Thank you!!! I read about people waiting over six hours for help too.
I don’t know, but this was incredibly well done. Two meetings with Iran doesn’t seem like enough.
Someone with military sophistication was helping.
Did they really not know? Or did they let it all happen?
LOLo. Exactly.
Thank you.
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“I served in the (Israeli Defence Force) Gaza division during the 2014 Gaza war..listen to me and listen well. There’s no way in hell that someone can approach the border WITHOUT US KNOWING ABOUT IT”
Hamas was given the weapons to send a message to those Muslims who want peace with Israel.
They made a statement about this also.
I think that Israel is aware of that plan and have plans of their own for those nuclear weapons.
Yes.
Crude oil is $86.32 +$3.53
Monday is a holiday so trading will be lower than normal. But already in overnite trading crude oil is up
Hamas started the war. Israel is an innocent victim here. Our deep state is also responsible.
No it won’t.
I am assured by Israelis who know how this stuff works that even cats approaching the border fences and even birds landing on them should show alarms and are investigated instantly, or at least that’s how it was before senior military leaders decided to overthrow the Netanyahu government.
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