Monthly Archives: July 2012

USA and Israel Working Together to Contain Syrian Chemical Weapons

In the earlier part of the Syrian conflict many people were concerned with getting weapons to Syrian rebels. Although there were lingering concerns the weapons could end up in terrorist hands, many nations pledged support anyway. With the battle intensifying … Continue reading

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Secretary of State Clinton Visits Israel

Hilary Clinton visited Israel today as part of a larger tour of the world that will take her to Afghanistan, France, Japan and elsewhere.  The trip comes as relations between the Obama administration and Israel cool, though neither side seems … Continue reading

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Israeli Panel Deems Settlements Legal, World Disagrees

A panel headed by pro-settlement judges released its finding last week. It asserted that since the West Bank is not occupied land, Israel could continue to build settlements there.  This goes against the last committee, headed by a more liberal … Continue reading

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Dispute Over Enlistment May Break Netanyahu Coalition

As a government official you want to have as many people on your side as possible. The problem is when you have too many people under one tent, it’s hard to please everyone under your roof. Such is the problem … Continue reading

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