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'Israel doesn't have veto powers over Iran issue'
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Published: 05.10.13, 12:57
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1. Hopefully he'll remain out of the(goose)step these "Leaders"
tom ,   tel aviv   (10.05.13)
are marching to!!!
2. Obama: "Israel has a right to defend itself."
Steve   (10.05.13)
Presumably, the prime minister will decide to bring the decision to act against Iran to his cabinet in the coming months. Neither Gary Samore, Barack Obama nor the international community will have a say (in the fate of the Jews) as they did at the 1938 Evian Conference in France. Iran will NOT be stopped in its quest for nuclear weapons via sanctions or diplomacy.
3. There IS an upside to all of this
steve from raleigh   (10.05.13)
Iran will eventually nuke Athens, Istanbul, Sofia, Bucharest, Cairo, Beirut, Jeddah, and Riyadh too.
4. Israel doe have, however, a "veto power" over whether Israel
Jehudah Ben-Israel ,   Qatzrin, Israel   (10.05.13)
should live or die, and whether its six million Jewish citizens should be wiped off the face of earth or not!! And, we, Jews, veto any attempt by Iran to bring about Israel's demise the the demise of the people of Israel along with it!!
5. True No Veto, BUT Power to Annihilate Mullahs Nuke Toys!
Son of Cyrus ,   UK   (10.05.13)
Annihilate
6. Neville Chamberlain 'gullibility award' again up for grabs.
Steve ,   UK.   (10.05.13)
Among these 'Western' leaders it would appear that the Neville Chamberlain 'gullibility award' is again up for grabs. In 1939 it was 'peace in our time' - In 2013 it is 'appeasement in our time' - Noone seems to have learned anything from history. The end result is just as predictable. No doubt the same 'Western leaders' thought the Arab Spring would succeed, and were among those who criticised Israel for stopping the nuclear programmes of Iraq and Syria.
7. Well, he can't do mroe than warn!
Mira ,   Vienna   (10.05.13)
If the "wise" European and US "leaders" are dumb enough to fall to the taqqiya of the most dangerous state in ME, there is nothing which and nobody who can prevent it.
8. Other nations still have no clue to the ME mindset
Barbara ,   Haifa Israel   (10.05.13)
and Israel does understand the ME mindset as we are not only sitting inside the cauldron, but have Arabs living with us, cooperating with us and helping us explain the mindset of radical Islamists - which governs Iran.
9. Interesting how Israel is "out of touch"
Joe Fraser   (10.05.13)
In regards to "negotiation" with Iran, but with the Pals attempts are being made by the West to force Israel to accept all Pal conditions, including giving up its capital, as "east Jerusalem" apparently can only belong to the fallacious Pals. But of course, there are no double standards in negotiating with Israel, the "zio-entity" as she is known in the movements set up to be anti-Israel and anti-Jew. Anti-semites have somehow stigmatized the Jews as an evil people, and even more incredulously, the West is buying their crap.
10. Out of step? Rohani favourite step is the Fox Trott
Alan ,   SA   (10.05.13)
11. Three points Mr. Obama stated time and again:
Hermon Ben-Israel ,   Israel   (10.05.13)
1. Iran will not be permitted to develop nuclear weapons, i.e. we shall not be willing to contain an Iran with nuclear weapons 2. All options, including the military option, are on the table in trying to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons and the means with which to deliver them 3. Israel retains the full right to defend itself by itself So, some in Europe may not like it that the Jews try to defend themselves, but the US and Canada do appreciate it, it is important to note.
12. WOW, Suicidal Arrogance ... Not Smart!
Jersey Jew ,   New Jersey, USA   (10.05.13)
Let's see, Israel the size of New Jersey with a population of NYC, "boldly" attacks Iran only enabled by our USA while entire world seeks a reasonable status quo thru diplomacy, Americans quickly overwhelmingly reject US mosquito attack on Syria, Israel demands capital rejected by entire world with continued complete domination over millions of Palestinians, etc.. At best, Iran is delayed 5 years and world suffers only short economic trauma. Think entire world including USA driven by outraged American population will cease their incredible, long time support of the destructive behaviours of Israel, hence Israel will truly be alone and highly vulnerable. Gross underestimation of we Americans is suicidal for Israel. Not smart ...
13. In other words P5+1 are telling
Sam ,   USA   (10.05.13)
Israel is on its own. As if Obama has not made that clear long ago. Bibi-Israel must not give in about Iran nor about 'peace talks' with PA. The world is out of step against Israel. It is not Israel that is out of step
14. Destroying Iraqi nukes also "out of step".
Chaim ,   Israel   (10.05.13)
These cowardly Western diplomats make it totally obvious Israel must destroy Iran's nukes on her own. Israel was also "out of step" with these cowards when Israel destroyed Iraqi nukes. The comments by the Western diplomats on diplomatic are downright idiotic. Did they not hear Netanyahu say that Israel was prepared to fight Iran alone if necessary?
15. iran + talks= lies, lies and lies !!
Don Rosenberg ,   Palatine USA   (10.05.13)
obummer is a liar and iran will get the bomb unless Israel and the US decide to destroy their facilities. We have more power than any country with billions of unused fire power, we the US should demolish irans entire arsenal through a 60 day air campaign with Israel, that the muslims will never forget. Time to take action against the racist, terrorist iranians, Its either now or in the future, the muslim threat needs to be destroyed.
16. Israel must distrust the sinful usa
daniel ,   the world   (10.05.13)
Israel must trust in the almighty G-d
17. We Are Not in the Room
Larry ,   Margaliot   (10.05.13)
Okay, but we are in the region. From this moshav, we see the Hizbollah fortifications masked as houses and the green Hizbollah flags on the ridge above. Since this is de-facto Iran's southwest border, and since Syria is effectively a province of Iran as well, we will have to make do with being in the house. We perhaps can't do more than peek in the room, but if need be we can bring down the house.
18. "Israel will not be in the room if and when a deal is done"
BUILD BABY BUILD !!! ,   United States   (10.05.13)
Meaning.. Israel is OUT of any talks much less any negotiations. Who does this, shut out America's only trusted ally, Israel, while obama literally talks behind Israel's back? I don't think this has ever occurred before. They call this 'talks"? More like a one sided enemy strategy session against Israel. No wonder Israeli's will never trust obama, he'd rather offer up Israel on a silver platter without Israel's involvement or prior knowledge than to refuse the opportunity to try and salvage his well earned reputation and international appearance of the Chamberlain reincarnation that almost destroyed the Brits and Europe before America came to the rescue. And, obama got the peace prize ?? At whose expense? Have you seen obama's poll #'s lately? Abysmal.
19. Netanyahu
Harold ,   USA   (10.05.13)
No one believes and trusts Netanyahu's statements anymore including 50 percent of the Israelis.
20. # 15 Don Rosenberg, Yes to that!
BUILD BABY BUILD !!! ,   United States   (10.05.13)
Unfortunately, we have obama and it isn't just Israel that knows he's a liar. Our 'obama care' is going to finish off America's economy, his bad judgment sees uniformly spread thin with each half assed endeavor. The Muslims vs. Muslim wars are chipping away and obama singles out Israel for 'reform? Is he freaking nuts? Yes. "Pride goeth before destruction.' Hope obama doesn't take America down with him.
21. # 13 Sam, Amen to that !!!
BUILD BABY BUILD !!! ,   United States   (10.05.13)
The 'world' hasn't changed since WW11. The Jews are the first to go but, not the last. The 'world' has always been out of step. G-d only knows what would have happened had Israel not removed two prior Arab nuclear facilities and their ambitions. And, G-d only knows what would have happened in the 'world' had not pretended no Jews were at risk along with other 'enemies of the Nazi state back then? The 'world' collectively 'go to hell', it isn't their populations lives at steak, again Jews have no choice but to take every threat of destruction seriously. Been there, done that, where was the "World"? With their fingers up their (*&^%
22. Netanyahu Has Overplayed His Hand
World Citizen ,   the world   (10.05.13)
Thinking all the while that the USA would have to back his every move he has made bold demands. Demands that all of Europe and the United States see as ridiculous. The fact of the matter is the Obama and some members of the US Congress are getting tired of Bibi and his antics. Most in America, except the neo-cons, are tired of fighting proxy wars for Israel. And the whole world is sick of Netanyahu playing the holocaust card every time he gets up on the world stage. He cheapens the lives lost. Then there is the point that even if Iran had nuclear weapons they would not be an aggressive threat to the USA, Europe or other Middle Eastern countries. Neither are they a threat to Israel. Israel has enough nuclear weapons to turn Iran into a glass plain. Their "mad mullahs" as you call them are not fools. They love the lives of their families and countrymen as much as you love yours. The USA and the Soviet Union thought of each other as existential threats and built vast stock of dreadful weapons. Yet during the darkest days of the Cold War neither country dared pull the trigger. Bibi knows all of this. Still he persists with veiled threats to use nuclear weapons in a preemptive strike on a country that has not been proven to have nuclear weapons. Who is threatening world peace here? Does he think the Russians and Chinese will let Israel destroy Iran? The other thing that makes him look so out of touch with reality is his demand that Iran dismantle their entire nuclear nuclear industry. Let me remind you that Iran has signed the NNPT while Israel has not. The Iranians have every right, under international law, to develop that industry. Can't you see how hypocritical Netanyahu appears to the world? Seriously this man has done more to harm the reputation of Israel than anyone. He is painting Israel into a smaller and smaller corner. Will someone in your country say , "Enough is enough?"
23. better to be a Churchill than chamberlain
ralph   (10.05.13)
stupid person.
24. In search of an otherr can to kick down the road
Alan ,   Canada   (10.05.13)
In trying by any means to avoid the only sure way to stop the Iranian march to nuclear power status, those diplomats whose countries are not yet within range of Iranian missiles are looking for an escape. They respond to the nazi like propaganda of Teheran which claims that US & other western policies are dictated by anti-iranian "zionism". Hitler's consorts also claimed that all wars where caused by or initiated for the benefits of Jews. They used antisemitism as a tool to influence public opinion in the UK & the US to prevent politicians from sending troops to fight the third Reich. Then too the West was kicking the can of indifference & stupidity of short term vision & it led to disaster.
25. being 'out of step doesn't mean being wrong!
tiki ,   belgium   (10.05.13)
It just means to think clear & independently, maybe not politically correct but certainly not follow the sheep before you.
26. Czechoslovakia was 'out of step' in 1939 too
Cowboy Joe ,   Calgary, Canada   (10.05.13)
with Britain and France
27. #12 Another American who thinks he's superior
Madeleine ,   Israel   (10.05.13)
When you live in a tiny country, surrounded by enemies, including those whose declared aim is to wioe you off the face of the earth (please, spare me Rohani's staements to the contrary), you might think a little differently. American shores have never been invaded, Americans have never lived under the threats of bombs and constant suicide attacks (and no, I'm not forgetting 9/11; I said 'constant' suicide attacks). And the marathon bomber? A whole city went into lockdown, people trembling in their homes. Well, Israelis know how to take care of themselves in such situations and lwe have a government who knows how to take care of its citizens, and if people like you or your pathetic Obama don't like what our prime minister says, tough. Israel will do what it has to when it has to. Oh yes, just remember who was it who took out Iraq'a nuclear facility (Osirik) and more recently, the syrian's? What have you americans done to protect your own people fighting wars that really have nothing to do with the safety of Americans within America's shores?
28. In a years time
Sarah B ,   Tel Aviv/London   (10.05.13)
the West will be withdrawing from Afghanistan. Like it or not for Al Qaeda not to return they will need Iran's help. A deal with Iran is the top of the agenda, unless Israel intends to occupy Afghanistan instead on NATO then they have zero leverage Netanyahu has over played his hand, he offered something which he has no way of delivering, hence his subtle change of stance, he now wants a verifiable way to stop iran gaining nuclear weapons, at UNGA he quietly dropped his insistence that Iran halt all nuclear activity. Something he has yet to tell the Israeli people
29. Israel makes her own deisions
CJK   (10.05.13)
israel, the country most affected by the shia terror regime and its nuclear weapons program, was not invited to be part of the negotiations. hence, israel, a sovereign nation, will exercise her right to determine her own national security and act accordingly.
30. #29 CJK
Ivor Evenbiggergun   (10.05.13)
Israel will do what her American paymasters tell her to do
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