[rebel_yell2]

Hypothetical. Two weeks ago I was working in Jerusalem. Let's assume that the Palestinians attacked Israel with Syrian and Iranian help, closing down exit from Israel.

Would your response be the same?

[Iwo Jima]

Calm down, Grasshopper. Focus. Focus.

[freedumb2003]

Hypothetical. Two weeks ago I was working in Jerusalem. Let's assume that the Palestinians attacked Israel with Syrian and Iranian help, closing down exit from Israel.

Would your response be the same?

Dang! Do they send you to all kinds of dangerous places?

But the short answer is that Israel isn't a place where they hate Americans. Arab countries (muslims) DO.

In your case I would expect your company to get you the heck out of there (as I would expect my company to do).

My point is that it is still an assigned risk -- and a significant one. But if it is a risk taken willingly, don't ask the USA to step in.

I will keep praying for your safe extraction. I hope we hear from you in Chicago. But you will have some great stories to tell. Sorry for my earler strong reaction -- I don't like being called a racist, since I am not one (and I think you know that).

[ARealMothersSonForever]

Hang tough. The political condemnations of the US and Israel are inflammatory. If your employer or contract holder screwed you, un@ss the place and deal with it later. Best wishes.

[Jezebelle]

If the Palestinians attacked Israel, and you wanted to get out of Israel, why would it be Israel's fault if you couldn't get out?