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Senior official: Netanyahu is driving us towards boycott
Attila Somfalvi
Published: 27.12.13, 00:18
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1. More leftist bashing....
Ed Ford ,   Tel Aviv, Israel   (12.27.13)
Yes, thank you. We all know we would be much better "liked" if we gave away land and capitulated to our enemies. This 'story' is nothing but leftist drivel. The 'source' is so clearly part of the shrieking, boot-liking leftist minority that sees our only goal as being 'liked'.
2. Source Kowtowing
Zechariah   (12.27.13)
The said source kowtows and blames Netanyahu for an impossible for an even interim deal .The PA minimal demand is a lands swap 95% of nudAe and Samaria and only NATO troops In the Jordan Valley. The PalestinianState will have at least five million Arabs many. Fatah Ba'ath or IslamiCalifate who will for Warlord gangs like Syria.They will immedialyor I time want Right of Return to Jaffa and Haifa and the Galilee .TheJews will go to war maybe with an army split and if other Arab States go to war and Iran against Israel a nuclear exchange is certain .Usa security's plan will be dismantled in Stages over a decade or so .
3. An Enemy of the PM
leo ,   nyc   (12.27.13)
There are so many false conclusions in this opinion piece that it would take pages to respond. At its base is a naïve approach to world politics, and the theme that Israel must give in to whatever the dictates of international politicians are. That will bring no more support for Israel than the current policies. Clearly this senior leader has a personal vendetta against the PM
4. Bibi
mike ,   uk   (12.27.13)
Totally agree with this article. Bibi is a megalomaniac, clinging to power at all costs only he can save the 'Jewish people'. Thank you very much Bibi, I don't need saving by you or any one else. Bibi is blinded and drunk by his own ego.
5. Officially sick enough to get a job at the UN
Hunt S Cross ,   England   (12.27.13)
Are there no depths to which this self-serving, bitterly disappointed and deeply troubled official or ex-official individual won't stoop? The European stance isn't moral. It's expediency and political correctness masquerading as morality. Israel's condition being worse than in 1948? Netanyahu shouting all the time that Israel will attack Iran? What is this insightful paragon smoking? No, he's rooted in reality, and he has the irrefutable shock, horror proof. Netanyahu wants the Palestinians to agree with him - how aberrant is that? Slick journalism without any hidden agenda, I'm sure.
6. "Courageous" 'Senior Source'?
Steve Klein   (12.27.13)
He is so courageous, he will not reveal his name. We know Benjamin Netanyahu, his strengths and his weaknesses. Who is this "Senior Official" who will not reveal his name or identity?
7. Iran
farrokh ,   Iran,usa   (12.27.13)
No country in this world can attack Iran .
8. The source is right
AY ,   USA   (12.27.13)
The US is changing and even the white middle America is not finding the rightwing conservatives tend to cross a line with many of their words and deeds.
9. Ya'akov Peri...Netanyahu, EU, US war at "point of no return"
Steve Benassi ,   Silver Bay, MN USA   (12.27.13)
10. The world needs Israel more than we need them.......!!!!!!!!
Avi ,   Israel   (12.27.13)
It's all just anti-Israel, anti-Jewish BS. Ignore it.
11. Senior Official?
Ronit ,   Toronto   (12.27.13)
Olmert was never elected as Prime Minister and is no longer relevant. The "unofficial senior official" gambit is so transparent.
12. Senior Official Upset He's Not PM
Aharon   (12.27.13)
13. A dilusional coward
Ephraim ,   Jerusalem   (12.27.13)
Who is this source? Why is he afraid to use his name? What is this nonsense about blacks in America? First of all, I read and watch news from America every day, and I have never seen or heard even a hint about the black community even caring what happens here, so I don't now this "source's" source. Second, what is his point, that no one is allowed to criticize Obama out of fear of the blacks in America? That is absurd. You, Mr. Source, are the reason for our problems. Like it or not, admit it or not, we are in a constant state of war with people that want to kill you and your children, but you would rather make war on Israelis that do not agree with your agenda. Giving in is in your blood, since you are a coward, as is hiding yourself now. If you have something to say, stand up and say it. Why are you afraid?
14. Best of Worst
Zechariah   (12.27.13)
For Israel the Best of worse in a NATO force in the Jordan valley led by Jews Committed to Jewish Security .For Arab League and Israel this ought be covert.No one ought talk of it and this article cannot be Printed .The main settlements can stay for a land swap with Islamic Israel .As much as possible Islamic jihadi and Fatah Baath and Jewish Fascists or ideologues ought be isolated and not be allowed into the Holy Land .
15. far-left poll by CNN:
(12.27.13)
CNN: The new survey, conducted in mid-December, indicates Republicans with a 49%-44% edge over the Democrats. In other polls: 55%-36%, R vis D
16. "undisclosed official"
CJK   (12.27.13)
if this "undisclosed official" had any courage, then he/she would disclose his/her name. only cowards operate in the dark, casting aspersions on the sitting prime minister, accusing him of destroying the jewish state for personal gain. the "undisclosed official" presents no proof that a boycott of israel would be successful, nor what irael should do to avoid such a hypothetical boycott. israel is stronger economically than at any time in her history. israel has concluded numerous bi-lateral agreements with foreign actors, including new york and china, which will substantially help israel's economy and r&d. israel's large gas fields will not be boycotted given the hunger for energy sources. the "undisclosed official" is spewing the same nonsense as professor carmi, and the person is certainly trying to destroy pm netanyahu.
17. Blame the enemies within, NOT Bibi
Thytan ,   Den Haag, Nederland   (12.27.13)
I have heard the same exact words of the anonymous "official" very long ago. I heard it from - Ziphora Livni (Justice Minister). Israel has nothing to fear but itself. A house that is divided cannot stand. Its is a shame when Jewish Israelis come to the Netherlands and go elsewhere around the world asking foreign governments to force their will against Israel and its government. It is really a shame. STOP blaiming Bibi. That guy is doing his best trying to undo the damage caused to Israel by Olmert and the Elit Of The Left!
18. sounds like this "official" is......
Jerome ,   AKL   (12.27.13)
Allmerde. Is he the same who sent 160 reserve soldiers to fight an army the size of Hizballah and returned my cousin in a coffin?
19. A little patience fellow citizens of Israel...
Sarah B ,   U.S.A./ Israel   (12.27.13)
If and when I become Prime Minister, I assure you that things will change for the better!
20. Mental faculties of Bibi are on vacation...
Avi ,   Israel   (12.27.13)
21. Bibi is an Iranian agent!
Dan   (12.27.13)
I can see no other explanation for his many years of putting Israel's survival second. By consistently putting the obviously unfeasible Greater Israel fantasy ahead of peace and ahead of Israel's relations with even our best allies, he guaranteed our isolation and gave our enemies, including Iran, every argument they needed to continue their aggression. I am glad people around him are perhaps beginning to see this.
22. So what must Israel do to satisfy the Pals, Iran, Obama
Alan ,   SA   (12.27.13)
changing American demography ,European Jew/Israel haters. And ALL the parties mentioned in the article. The only procedure that will satisfy them is for Israel to close down...Face it... The Muslims will NEVER accept peace with Israel.They want the Jews out and the state closed down. They don't mind how but it must be ASAP. The article says nothing new!Even if the new Pope accepted Bibis job the haters would soon trash him too.
23. Bibi
Harry ,   Haifa, Israel.   (12.27.13)
Time to say goodbye, enough damage inside and outside Israel due to your "leadership".
24. Israli Media leading us to a boycott !
TheEnemyIsTheMedia ,   Jerusalem Israel   (12.27.13)
as did it lead us to the nightmare slaughters of Oslo and history will hold it accountable !
25. Who is this cowardly whiner?
AJ - Raalte   (12.27.13)
And why doesn't s/he come out in the open and criticize Bibi to his face? Then we can decide for ourselves how much weight to give to this person's agenda. Perhaps there is something in what s/he says but this kind of anonymous criticism doesn't invoke any confidence in his/her gratuitous griping.
26. Is the "source" the felon, Olmert??
Dr. Jack   (12.27.13)
Who is the secret "source"?? Most probably the felon, Olmert!! He should be in jail, rather than bearing his gums!!
27. I know who is the sin official: the former
(12.27.13)
deputy foreign minister Aylon
28. Should we expect any different when...
Avi ,   Israel   (12.27.13)
We elect a clown as Prime Minister?
29. Who says that we have a Prime minister in charge?
Moshe ,   Israel   (12.27.13)
We have an incompetent fool called Netenyahu!
30. Sounds like Meir Dagan
Gil Yashar ,   Golan   (12.27.13)
His comments are more damaging than anything Netanyahu is doing or not doing.
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