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US sources: Israel behind Latakia attack
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Published: 13.07.13, 01:33
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1. with the US opening it's mouth
the mad zionist ,   san francisco   (07.13.13)
it's putting assad and Putin in a positionn where there now have to publicly threaten retaliation against Israel. if the US kept its mouth shut, assad n Putin wouldn't lose face publicly and it could be swept under the rug since an escalation with Israel is notwhat they want. I'm starting to really believe Obama loves in instability in the middle east. I knew he didn't mind the rise of the Islamists but seriously, his amateur a$$ is gonna cause a world war
2. Quicksand
Joe Mevorah ,   L:incoln, USA   (07.13.13)
It's perfectly understandable for Israel to react to the present situation. However, the region is like quicksand which must be avoided. Israel must learn from its lessons from getting involved in another Lebanon situation.
3. Responsibility in journalism
Mark ,   USA   (07.13.13)
How about not printing inflammatory information from anonymous sources? Use some common sense.
4. US sources
jeremy ,   hula valley   (07.13.13)
Who ever leaked this info, is obviously anti Israel because it only stirs up the pot. No one really knows who did what, even if we did do it.
5. NICE TO KNOW WE HAVE STUPID FRIENDS
Iranian Jew ,   LA   (07.13.13)
I guess S-300'S are useless.
6. Double play?
Beary White ,   Norway   (07.13.13)
.. From US sources? Information cleared at top level by ?? Then the leakage is understandable, - sending small destructive pieces out on the market..double play, Israel's best friend, an enemy?
7. Muslims "blaming" Jews again? How dare they speak the truth!
Steve Benassi ,   Silver Bay, MN USA   (07.13.13)
8. Pls tell something we don't already know
lydia ,   Brisbane   (07.13.13)
Everybody with an ounce of brain matter knew Israel was Chosenites try that stunt again
9. It was the USAF
It's Simple ,   It's clean   (07.13.13)
The Americans have most to gain from this: Israel is happy and doesn't make problems and noise: that is good for America. The US doesn't need a new front at this point. The US gets to use old ammunition which will be replaced with new/fresh stocks. And of course, the enemy gets a short reminder of "don't mess with da man". I just LOVE it!
10. Anonymous? You mean Obama Leaked
David M ,   Miami Florida   (07.13.13)
11. Why is the US revealing our actions?
Israeli ,   Haifa   (07.13.13)
What is with these anonymous leakers? So much for US loyalty to its allies.
12. What is thje purpose of leaking this news?
American Hindu ,   USA   (07.13.13)
Why is someone in the US leaking this news? True or not, it opens Israel retaliation. This is dangerous for Israel.
13. Tzahal vs. Syria...
yosef, phd ,   usa -israel   (07.13.13)
The finest Army in the world is also the most self-effacing, and it does not need to "take credit" for any razor-sharp, brilliant operations to benefit the security of the Jewish state. Yishar Koach - Right On: great soldiers and officers, and may the God of Israel always be with you !
14. the obama administration
JL   (07.13.13)
is trying to bait israel into war with leaks and propping up of jihadist groups..
15. Russia and terrorists
Etienne Prinsloo ,   Nova Scotia Canada   (07.13.13)
Russia will sell anything to any terrorist as long as the money is right. The holocaust cannot ever be allowed to be repeated. Israel is an island in a sea of homicidal hostility. Defending itself is not only a right, the very survival of the country is at stake. And with Hussain Obama's love affair for Islam the situation is much more treacherous.
16. 12
(07.13.13)
that usa someone is obama. only obama gave the green light for this leak. obama leaked many many things and information for his advantage in the past. not to be trusted, not to mention he is a huge idiot in foreign affairs and policies, never mind his destruction of american jobs, health care and economy. also, not to mention that he is the aughing stock of russia, the arabs and europe. one has to just look at the cartoons about obama in the foreign and european press to see the above. no one takes him seriously. he is the usa idiot and bungler in chief. way out of his league and way too much of an emoty suit. even netanyahu is laughing at him behind his back. israelis know a moron when they meet or see one in action. obama and moron is synonymous.
17. Reliable sources
Joemoer ,   iSrael   (07.13.13)
CNN .. Who ..that has been news channel
18. If the news was leaked then there is a reason
Gal ,   Tel Aviv   (07.13.13)
Did it ever occur to the numbskulls posting here that Israel and the US DO want this news leaked? War is all about testing the other side. This news leak is Israel's way of sending a message to Syria "you said you'd respond to our next attack but you didn't" - its Israel's way of basically saying "We are still the dominant force in the middle east and there's nothing you can do about it". Thats a message that Russia, Syria, Iran and Hezballah are chewing over right now.... Israel is playing a game with them and so far its working.
19. 8
(07.13.13)
thanks for the compliments, lydia. we israelis are indeed very very special. you would know it. after all, you call us the chosen....and, mind you, for a very good reason.
20. 14
(07.13.13)
obama just insisted that egypt RELEASE THE MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD LEADER, MORSI. IMAGINE THAT. THAT AMERICAN BASTARD WHO IS WAY OUT OF HIS LEAGUE AND HAS NO CLUE LOVES THOSE ISLAMISTS BASTARDS TO DEATH.
21. Some factors are most interested in causing
Vardina   (07.13.13)
a war between Israel and Syria. Probably some greater powers who do not want to be involved directly. This calls for both Israel and Syria to refreain from swollowing the bait.
22. Un-named sources !
Boris ,   Russia   (07.13.13)
Un-named sources. Foolishness. A man who lives near to a friend of mine who drinks with another man who works somewhere high up in the government, has a sister who overheard a conversation that the Russians did it. The shipment was booby trapped before it left Russia. Once the shipemnt arrived, and payment was received, the booby traps went off. 'Almost' everybody is happy with this situation.
23. No, really?
Sarah B ,   U.S.A. / Israel   (07.13.13)
What a surprise.
24. Sorry. The so called "US Sources" means CNN
Vardina   (07.13.13)
who is controlled by Arabs and will fake so called "leaks" to harm Israel. As far as news about Israel is concerned, The CNN is the most unreliable source. It is not to be trusted.
25. 19
Gal ,   Tel Aviv   (07.13.13)
What do you mean "thanks for the compliment that's why you call us Chosen"?? Are you a total moron? WE Jews (not specifically Israelis) call ourselves Chosen but not as a compliment at all. If you knew anything, you'd know that this word refers to the burden of the Jewish people to be a "light unto the world". The way you talk sounds like an ignorant fool.
26. #20
JL   (07.13.13)
dont be fooled..o is neither stupid or naive..he has plans and intentions for israel
27. some more leaks
CJK   (07.13.13)
the unending anti-isral leaks from the obama white house are despicable.
28. Goodness, gracious!
Sarah B ,   U.S.A. / Israel   (07.13.13)
Did anyone actually doubt Israel's well-publicized assertion that transfer of weapons to certain elements would not be tolerated? More fool they! A cautionary note: Don't underestimate Israel's resolve. We're really pretty good at what we have to do. Trust me: next time around, collateral damage will not be an issue. Challenge us at your peril. That includes Russia, who is doubtless dumbfounded that Israel would destroy their weapons intended for Syria. Well, Israel did. And Russia is not the Soviet Union. Neither is much of a match for Israel. Doesn't anyone realize that the wars in 1967 and 1973 was nothing more than a test of Soviet military prowess? The Soviets didn't make the cut. The Russians are even worse. No one should test Israel's mettle. As if anyone had the stones. Cautionary tale. We can take you out pretty much at will. Testing us would prove to be extremely embarrassing. For the tester. Do keep that in mind, if you wish to survive. We have absolutely NO problem in eliminating our enemies. Care to give us a chance to prove just how much we do not care? Go ahead. Watch what happens.
29. #21, Spot on. Amen to that.
Avi Israeli ,   Tel Aviv   (07.13.13)
To quote Yuri Orlov (played by Nicholas Cage) in the Epic movie, 'Lord of War': "You know who's going to inherit the Earth? Arms dealers. Because everyone else is too busy killing each other. That's the secret to survival. Never go to war. Especially with yourself."
30. micro chip back door?
Mlladen ,   Be'er Sheva, Israel   (07.13.13)
I am not sure how much of this is true, but the key sentence in the debka report is "During the attack, neither Syrian radar nor that of the Russian warships cruising off the Syria coast registered any aircraft or missiles heading for the Latakia depot." This also was the case in 2006 with the Syrian nuclear reactor that Israel destroyed. So I guess the Iranians are "concerned"
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