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Israeli war deaths go largely unnoticed
Yaakov Lappin
Published: 06.08.06, 02:25
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61. How complain directly to the BBC
Steve G ,   Kew Gardens,NYC   (08.06.06)
Here is the URL for the BBC complaint page. http://news.bbc.co.uk/newswatch/ukfs/hi/feedback/default.stm Be specific with your complaints and demand an answer.
62. Is this a new Ynet trend/theme?
sk ,   USA   (08.06.06)
Ynet (Yaakov Lappin) actually turns the camera on "news journalism" filled with extreme bias, and illustrates by focussing on stories that are not covered. Of course, this would be in reference to an Iraeli non-Jew. However, it's interesting that the Bedouin murders would be ignored because they do not fit into the Jew-as-aggressor narrative. I usuallly think that journalists are the near the bottom of the intellectual junk heap, just above humanities professors, but I give credit were it is due.
63. Propaganda DOES work
simba ,   Nashvillle, TN   (08.06.06)
The BBC is proof that persistent, round-the-clock biased reporting changes attitudes. The UK was once very pro- Israel citing the fact that she was the only Western democracy in the region. Now the wave of anti-Semitism is a virtual tsunami. It's a mystery why allegedly educated people would support Feudalistic dictatorships that openly advocate Jewish extermination. It's as if the moral bearings have come unhinged.
64. Keep pointing this out ! Great article !
D- ,   San Diego, USA   (08.06.06)
Many of these large media outlets advertise fair and balanced reporting, but then go on to paint a picture that is not supported by the facts. It is outright fraudulent, and highly confusing to their audience.
65. Response to #9
dave p ,   Ojai, California   (08.06.06)
Your understanding of history is flawed. One half million Americans died to stop Nazi and Fascist tyranny.Americans were very concerned with the racial policies and genocide of Hitler. You must be from a generation that didn't live through WW II. The Jews had the sympathy and the military support in overcoming Jewish persecution. Your remarks defile the Americans who died fighting Hitler's perversion.
66. We're with you
mark ,   ny USA   (08.06.06)
We've seen fascism rise this way before on the wings of false propaganda. The good news is that the Free World has always defeated them before and we will do so again. They want to make war against us and destroy the Jews and rule the world under Islam? Well, not to worry. In the end they will find out exactly how Hitler felt when he took that fatal pill at the very end as his entire world was shattered to the ground because of what he himself did. There can be no greater justice than that.
67. Israeli war deaths go largely unnoticed
Robert W ,   NYC   (08.06.06)
It is amazing. It is like the BBC is being run by Al Qaeda. There is even no mention at all of the Muslim slayings of Jews in Seattle. Search for it - you won't find it.
68. Here in the USA too.
Cliff Van Note ,   Ponte Vedra Beach   (08.06.06)
I've noticed that even FOX News has been onesided alot by constantly harping how Israel's killed this one and that one and making this mistake and that mistake, but still not as much as the main news networks. It seems no matter how noble Israel is the world wants to condemn her. It's so unbelieveable! I hope Israel doesnt listen to the corrupt UN, which is just a mouth piece for those that hate her and who actively pursue her demise. Israel is noble and hizbullah is nothing but a bunch of murdering cowards. You don't hear that in the news either.
69. They Dont Care
Brian ,   Toronto On Canada   (08.06.06)
When are you all going to get it...most people (Hi Mel) dont like "Jews". Some may never have met any but they dislike us nonetheless. France? Well most historians to this day cant understand why it wasnt the French who tried to exterminate us over the Germans. The English?..well we are simply too uncoothe for the Brits..the Americans stand with us because 1) the Evangelicals need "all the Jews to return to Zion", in order for the rapture and the secoond coming of Christ to occur" (we all die by the way);& 2) the non-evangelicals because they feel some kinship with Israel being targeted..the enemy of my enemy kind of thing. NO ONE stands with the Jews; no one ever has (except the King of Denmark who would roll over in his grave if he saw what has become of his country). So f**k the PR we need to do what we need to do..no one will help us so stop fretting over world opinion...
70. 'This is terrorism'
Spinner ,   World   (08.06.06)
Also stated in the artical..."There is a widespread and deeply felt sense of grievance here that the majority of Lebanese are suffering for the continued existence of the military wing of Hezbollah - something their weak government was not in a position to do much about." Which in turns makes people say "Many Lebanese readily agree that Hezbollah gravely miscalculated when they captured those two Israeli soldiers on 12 July - but now they go on to say: "We were never Hezbollah. But we are all Hezbollah now. The Israeli response is completely unjustified." Which in turns makes people there and around the world say ""This - this also is terrorism!" Because with "Hezbollah's primitive, unguided Katyusha rockets hit civilians too - although far fewer have died in Israel than have been killed in Lebanon by the massive Israeli munitions." I have family in a northern village of Israel!!! They are scared to death that one of the Katyusha rockets will hit their homes!!! One family member had one of these F'n rockets hit right in front of his home. Luckily, he and his wife and 3 children were ok. Though their home and vehicle were damaged. As most people in the north loose money...will the Israeli government help ALL Israeli citizens recover from all this...???? Let's hope so!!!! All of this fighting need to be brought to an abrupt holt!!! STOP ALL THIS KILLING OF INNOCENT CIVILIANS ON BOTH SIDES!!! Come on now....lets use our heads!!! All of this fighting is getting us nowhere fast and only making things worse!! It's almost like the civil rights movement in the USA back in the 50's and 60's. It's sad that MLK is not here to help and give some great advise to these ignorant people!!! Peace!!!!
71. Israeli war deaths go largely unnoticed
Carl Pom pei ,   Arlington, VA USA   (08.06.06)
The most amazing aspect of this type of continous BBC bias is that British taxpayers continue to allow themselves to fund this nonsense.
72. The Anti-Semitic British Press Is Despicable
gunjam ,   USA   (08.06.06)
Amazing: Two of our best Pro-Israeli writers in the US are British ex-pats: Marc Steyn and Tony Blankley. Now I know why they left the anti-Semitic pustule known as Britain. (Did I mention that the British media is Anti-Semitic?) -- gunjam
73. British Cowards!
David ,   Tel Aviv   (08.06.06)
They obviously wish to avoid another terrorist attack on their own soil (tube station attacks) Limey cowards!!!!!!!!!!!! A tradition of hating Jews for 1000 years!
74. Re: Israeli Blood is not worth...
D.J. Hanley ,   Portland USA   (08.06.06)
I have been to Israel twice on business. I have made friends there. I am very pro-Israel and always will be. I was always treated cordially and with profound respect by everyone I met and I am only a lowly engineer. However, the comments about the USA knowing about the camps during WWII and doing nothing about it is totally outrageous. Sorry! The USA was trying to rid the world of Hitler and his Nazis and Tojo and his Imperialistic Japan at the time! Gee, we rid the world of them. Then we backed and aided in making the state of Israel. Wasn't that enough??
75. What I Found
T. A. Adams ,   OKC, OK - USA   (08.06.06)
The CBS website’s interactive page beneath their lead article is where you’re supposed to be able to get informed about this war against Israel. You can find a map of “strikes and bombings” but only for Gaza. You can find a photo essay titled “Lebanon Erupts” with such terms as “Lebanon Crisis” & “Lebanon Exodus” but nothing of the damage, destruction and death in Israel. ABC offers one line about Fadia Jumaa and her two daughters buried inside another article. Their Middle East Conflict page pushes Lebanese children and refugees, with tidbits thrown in here and there about Israel. MSNBC’s Middle East coverage is criticism of Israel’s Lebanon strategy, America’s support for Israel, an article stating “Israeli public still backs invasion” as though they shouldn’t, and one ridiculous piece declaring “Demonizing Iran serves little purpose”. FoxNews seems the only Western source that pretty fairly covers both sides and has no qualms about showing what Iran’s involvement is in this war.
76. This is news?
Jay ,   New York, USA   (08.06.06)
When are we going to stop being surprised that the world doesn't care when Jews are killed? That's why Israel must defend itself, no matter what the Brits or French or Germans think.
77. J'accuse!!!
Tamara, Israel   (08.06.06)
I accuse the Jewish people living outside of Israel for not supporting Israel in its dire hour. While the international media slanders Israel and set the stage for a world wide reawakening and justification of anti-Semitism, the Jewish communities around the world are silent. Although the fear of retaliation is embedded into the "Jewish psyche", the Jewish communities should revolt and fight back before their worst fears come true. ACT NOW because we can’t afford another holocaust and because we wont have another Israel!!!
78. My heart goes out to all the victims
The Fraz ,   Republic of Texas   (08.06.06)
Wait, just kidding. I am a hearless prick. The arabs reap what they sow. They pooped in the punch and now they hate the taste. Tough tits. Seacrest Out!!
79. British media bias for the enemy
Ron Mortinson ,   Pinon Hill's Califor   (08.06.06)
These British media folk's seem to tie America And Israel together as the Terrorrist's in this mess. What would these British media folk's think if America bombed there media offices off the face of the MAP!
80. BBC
Pete ,   Denver   (08.06.06)
I have always read BBC, but after seeing all Israeli deaths in the last few days going unnoticed, I will never go back to that website. Its an arabic website.
81. Interesting name for an anti-Israeli Brit
Mark ,   Raleigh, NC   (08.06.06)
It's very interesting that this anti-Israeli British reporter's name is Sykes. Sykes was one of the two civil servants who drafted the infamous Sykes Picot Agreement at the end of WWI (Sykes was British; Picot was French). This Agreement carved up the Middle East into British and French spheres of influence, ignoring traditional tribal and religious boundries. This Agreement has been called the "peace to end all peace". The next time you want to blame Israel or the US for the troubles in the region, first take a look how the Brits and the French divided the spoils of the Great War.
82. WWW.ALPHANEWSDAILY.COM Reported It !!
Craig Crawford ,   Laguna Niguel USA   (08.06.06)
Due to the lack of detailed, accurate, and unbiased reporting found in the world press, www.alphanewsdaily.com has tried its best to provide the most comprehensive and detailed reports from the war as possible. Our hearts go out to the families and friends of all those in Israel who have suffered from this war ... Grace and Shalom, www.alphanewsdaily.com www.theprophecies.com
83. Fear
Tim ,   USA   (08.06.06)
I think when you fear muslim extremists more than you value the truth, the result is pro muslim extremist coverage. Helping get the muslim extermist propoganda out in the open is one way to keep from being kidnapped and/or getting your head lopped off.
84. Too late!
linda   (08.06.06)
One day countries like England will find out they have been backing up the devil and it will be too late! they will wake up one day and hear 'allah akbar' instead of churchbell. Enyoy hahahahahah
85. To: The Fraz
T. A. Adams ,   OKC, OK - USA   (08.06.06)
As crude as it probably makes me sound. I have to say, your comment took me totally by surprise once I opened it and I didn't stop laughing for a very long time.
86. money and muslims
Andrews ,   Canada   (08.06.06)
BBC is ruled by money and Arab muslims. They give BBC money for what news to have.
87. The dishonest incompetent British Press
craig ,   san francisco USA   (08.06.06)
The British press and BBC have become really disgusting to say the least. The Arabs think they will destroy Israel, baloney! it simply won't happen. The Arabs will never learn! Get used to Israel being around she is indeed a brave and great country!
88. British=French
Will ,   USA   (08.06.06)
Sounds like the Brits don't want to concede the title of most anti-semitic europeans to the French. This will be a race to the wire.
89. Do the math & you'll understand why...
Daniel Serra ,   Hermosa Beach USA   (08.06.06)
Last count of Israeli deaths vs Lebanese was: Israel - 56 Lebanese - 600 << lot more to notice. 100 lb katushka vs Israeli (US) 500 lb bombs++ You answered a crime (Hizbullah attack and kidnapping) with a clumsy and expensive war. What would've been smarter and Israel could have done in its better days is to simply snatch some high level 'bullahs right out of their beds. By attacking Lebanon you have raised the capital of these lunatics in other Arabs eyes. You have legitimized their struggle and minimized your stature in the world.
90. Why is Lappin lying?
brian ,   canberra australia   (08.06.06)
Israel launches a massacre in Lebanon,and Lappin compains Israel is getting bad press. Not in the US, where thats all that gets reported..Elsewhere, the media is not so easily cowed. .Doesnt Lappin believe in balance? Doesnt he think that > 700 lebanese dead (nearly all civilians) rate a mention? Hasnt it occured to this 'journalist', that israel having started this massacre, and has lost barely 20 israeli civilians...hardly deserves any tears shed. It might surprise Lappin but Hizbollah does not hide behind civilians.There was no Hizbollah in Qana,when Israel blasted dozens of civilians into the afterlife. Hizbollah rockets cant even be fired from closed areas...they need lots of open space. Reuters happens to promote the israeli point of view, it regulalry ignores Lebanese views. So naturally he is happy with it. I am not.
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