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J'lem: Peres, McCain discuss Iranian threat
Aviram Zino and AP
Published: 19.03.08, 00:18
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1. John McCain is for the survival of Israel
John Silver ,   Lakeland, USA   (03.18.08)
He alone amongst the US presidential candidates will aide in any way the Israeli government in any way, unlike Obama and Clinton whom will both be cowering away 1st and foremost much as the failed Jimmy Carter policies of 3 decades ago failed miserably and many of the supporters of Obama in particular are not old enough to remember how horrific and long lasting negative effect they did (and still do had/have.
2. Never again will he make such a move, when in office
observer   (03.18.08)
3. #2: he's already "in office," idiot! he's a senator
politics ,   usa   (03.18.08)
4. to JOHN silver
JOHN GOLD ,   riverville ,usa   (03.18.08)
and USA isnt in the worst shape its been in ,in DECADES- because USA is supporting Israel blindly and bush and his cronies are 'allies' of israel? you Isarelis firsters make me sick you arent AMERICAN you are israeli first. WAKE UP.
5. If you want a president thats good for Israel vote Mcain
zionist forever   (03.18.08)
Obama I wouldnt trust a word he says he is a great talker tells his various audiences what they want to hear but as a man. Obama would be Israels worst nightmare. Clinton she wants to be seen as the more gentle peace making American president and she will want to send a message to the islamic world America doesnt take Israels side all the time instead a clinton preidency will be turning on Israel in the name of the peace process. She also wants to avoid a confrontation with Iran so her solution to the Iranian neuclear problem would probably involve Israel disarming so she can tell Iran they have nothing to fear from Israel so give up on your nukes. She also wants to get out of Iraq within a couple of years so sacrificing Israel for Iraq she will be quite happy to do as long as its not in an ellection year. At the very least she will pick up where her husband left off .. Golan to Assad, Gaza, Judea & Samaria and Jerusalem to the palestians for some promises and a couple of handshakes on the White House lawn. Mcain is at least least dangerous of the three as far as Israel is concerned. So if your an American and you want to vote for the candidate that will be best for Israel then vote Mcain.
6. In What Country is McCain Running for Office????
Mr. Know-it-all ,   Frostbite Falls, MN   (03.18.08)
Apparently McCain is running for President of Israel as I don't remember Israelis having a vote in our elections or the Presidents oath of office saying anything about any duty to protect, preserve and defend Israelis interests. His visit to Israel leaves no doubt to where his loyalty lies and whose interests he intends to serve if by some disaster he is elected as our next President. No Americans should vote for this obvious traitor as last time I checked, Israel was not part of the United States or named in the US Constitution that a US President must swear to protect.
7. Dear #6
Joe ,   USA   (03.18.08)
Only a loser with a frozen brain (from MN), could call John McCain a "traitor". McCain is a genuin American war hero from a family of war heros. Most patriotic Americans support Israel because Israel shrares our values (not yours apperently). You are the odd man had here. "Traitor," would be a more appropriate word for you, not for our elected candidate. McCain for President!!!
8. #4 and 6: why are you on ynetews.com
Forrest Gump ,   Bubba Land   (03.18.08)
I don't understand why people like you bother reading an israeli newspaper? You don't like Israel or don't care about Israel then go and read something else! It amazes me that so many people who complain about the relationship between the USA and Israel spend their time reading about one of the smallest country on earth. You don't like us? Go fishing!
9. John McCain has got my vote!!!!
aaron ,   ra'anana   (03.18.08)
kick terrorist ass, john!
10. to #4 Fool's gold
jason white ,   afula,israel   (03.18.08)
Yeah you are right.We are to blame.Not the arabs and the oil companies. Not the islamic fascist terrorists.And certainly not neo nazis like you. By the way I am a dual national,American-Israeli and hajj bush is not our friend. They are pushing us to our destruction.
11. to # 6
Tolik ,   Ramat Aviv, Israel   (03.18.08)
Disaster would be if Obama or Clinton would be elected. This disaster, which you certainly deserve if you don't understand the threat of terrorism, would strike the US first. Only anti-semite can label a traitor someone who supports Israel's right to exist.
12. American Jews & politians
observer   (03.18.08)
Jews in the United States are United States citizens and are as concerned with improving the lives of the American people as any other American citizens. American politicians should be addressing the many problems faced there in the United States, not in the State of Israel.
13. #7 Joe - What Values are those Joe
Mr. Know-it-all ,   Frostbite Falls, MN   (03.19.08)
Values such as racism, discrimination, violations of human rights and the ignoring international laws and treaties? You must be from the deep south Joe as those are not American values, but those of the former Southern confederate, but not those of the America that I know and love. Israel represents none of America's values, it discriminates openly against women and minorities, it has segregated public schools with priority spending on Jewish students over minorities and it openly applies Apartheid policies on the non-Jewish Muslim and Christian population living in the occupied territories. So exactly what values are you claiming YOU share with Israel Joe?
14. #13 "non-jewish muslims" lololololol
richard ,   los angeles   (03.19.08)
what a moron, not even worth replying to! people like this guy just prove that mental facilities must tighten their security. cheers!
15. #13, Frostbite Balls
Jake   (03.19.08)
Hey, I got news for you there, old buddy old pal, making calumnies against ppl from the the "deep south", and saying they do not have American values IS ALSO A FORM OF DISCRIMINATION. By the way, Israel is the only country in the Middle East where women are in fact equal and Christians are increasing in numbers. In the Arab world, women are treated like beasts, and Christians are dwindling and even murdered (since the Jews effectively no longer exist there). I think deep inside, you do know, you ain't got nothin'. But by all means, if it makes you feel any better, just let it all out and have a good holler!
16. #6, Mr. Know it all calls McCain a "traitor"
Jake   (03.19.08)
McCain, who preferred to endure 5 years of torture in Vietnam with his fellow soldiers, than to take up an offer by his captors to go home a free man. This is the man you call a traitor. But Barack Obama, whose "spiritual mentor" is Pastor Jeremiah "God-Damn-America" Wright? This is a patriotic American! I think some of that frostbite has spread to your brain there, Hassan.
17. To Mr. Know It All (or do you prefer Abdul?)
Besalel ,   Kew Gardens, NY   (03.19.08)
Firstly, I hope you will take the time to bash Obama when he comes to Israel and that you aren't just taking advantage of this trip by McCain to bash him. Second, most Americans and Israelis share in the values of freedom and democracy. Israel, as you may not know, was re-established in 1947 as a Jewish state, meant for Jews. At the very least, even you must admit that Israel provides those freedoms to Jews. Go look at the Muslim and Arab states and see if those governments provide those same freedoms to their fellow Muslims. As to whether Israel should be obligated to provide freedoms to Arabs, this space is too small to debate such a large topic, but I will say that Israel, as a Jewish state, can choose to bestow certain rights upon Jews just as the USA, as an American country can choose to bestow certain rights, such as residency rights, upon Americans only and not Mexicans or Canadians. Arabs in Israel not associated with violence must be treated with dignity but (1) they do not deserve the rights of citizens and (2) they should be assisted to find a home outside the Jewish state in one of the other 24 Arab/Muslim countries of the world where they can live in peace.
18. shame on you israeil
me ,   where i accepted   (03.19.08)
i grew up,educated,but took my citizen ship and threw me out just because i wanted to live the way i chose .i didn't pass the law.
19. Vote for Best Post is #8
GZLives   (03.19.08)
Ain't it the truth? They obviously hate Israel and yet they spend so much of their time fixated on every problem and issue of Israel and sit here in front of their computer screens reading Israel news day in and day out. What a bunch of sick pathetic cretins who aren't fooling anyone here.
20. Trolls...
Don ,   Rock Branch, USA   (03.19.08)
Gentlemen, Mr. Know-It-All is a troll. He (she?) is deliberately trying to evoke overly emotional responses from the readers. Everyone with half a brain knows that through Israel will the whole world be blessed, and those that curse Israel will be cursed (but maybe not immediately). The fate of all free countries is inextricably linked to Israel's fight against Muslim terror. They are the front line against this world-wide menace. The rest of the world had better start paying attention and acting against this threat to civilization as we know it.
21. What is McCain's position on Jerusalem?
Rivkah   (03.19.08)
Mrs. Clinton said she is AGAINST dividing Jerusalem. Is Mr. McCain AGAINST dividing Jerusalem? The Roadmap to Peace plan of dividing Jerusalem will lead to war and the deaths of two thirds of Israelis. Dividing Jerusalem is the final nails in the coffin of the Covenant with Death the Prophet Daniel in the Bible warned about. Resolution 666 which destroyed many by peace by invading sovereign nations for civil rights and animal rights violations, Resolution 666 was confirmed in 2007 by the New ENPI for SEVEN YEARS, just as Daniel warned of a SEVEN YEAR confirmation of the Covenant with Death for the Jewish people. The Prophet Zechariah said two thirds of the Jews would die before the Messiah comes. If Jerusalem is divided, the wars that could be delayed by keeping Jerusalem Jewish will end Gentile world rule within seven years.
22. The dependency of the U.S.A. on Arab oil.
Jean Van Daem   (03.19.08)
Since many years the U.S.A. turns a blind eye on the lack of respect of human rights, lack of liberty for women, lack of religious tolerance, slavery and absence (lack) of basic moral values in many Arab countries and mainly in Saudi Arabia because of its dependency on Arab oil. Israel is the most loyal ally of the U.S.A. in the Middle-East and has the undeniable right to exist as the homeland of the Jewish People, to live in peace, safety and tranquillity in its land, the Land of Israel even if that does not suit the Saudis. Insread of pressing Israel, the U.S.A. should strengthen ties with the only ally in the region it can rely on. If you want to understand why the U.S.A. should completely disengage of its dependence on Saudi Arabian oil just consult : http://israelagainstterror.blogspot.com/2007/12/saudi-arabias-jihad-in-middle-east-and_2060.html
23. Peres-McCain discuss Iran
I.Kemp ,   Nahariya Israel   (03.19.08)
#1 "John McCain is for the survival of Israel ". Answer : So was Bush and look what happened. Israel is more under threat than ever before.
24. ANOTHER BRILLIANT EXTROADINARY
SHARON GLASS   (03.19.08)
INSIGHT BY PEREZ-G-DS REPRESENTATIVE ON EARTH ! "Iran is not solely Israel's problem. The combination of terror, nuclear capabilities and irresponsible leadership poses a danger to the entire world,"
25. Pupet McCain
Petr Vojta ,   Czech Republic   (03.19.08)
"Simple" McCain just like simple "Bush" will only help Israel to be in more danger then ever. Zionists will at the end do more harm to real Jews then anybody else. Israel should return to 1967 borders, after all God was not some kind of realestate agent....
26. Iran is TRULY Israel's problem, NOT WORLD :)
Atilla Karagözoğlu   (03.19.08)
27. McCain and Wars
Brod ,   USA   (03.19.08)
McCain has gone through wars and had undergone torture for 6 years as prisioner of War in Vietnam. Does McCain have the stamina and strength for such challenges? It is doubtful. Sometimes politicians will show that they have the guts just to win an election. However, when the crunch comes down, they may crumble under the weight of their past horrible experience.
28. Let him sing "bomb, bomb, bomb Iran"
Persian CAT   (03.19.08)
until the cows comes home. McCain is a pathetic figure who even the Republicans/conservatives don't take seriously. He certainly is NO hero. There's nothing in his actions that makes him a hero. He was bombing Vietnamese villages when he was shot down. Then he came back to the States an become a corrupt but rich politician, remember Abscam and Kitting 5 when he was accepting bribes left and right? McCain belongs to the PAST because the NEW America has realized its priorities are not served by Israeli-induces "preemptive" war on choice which servers the Zionist jihadi interests instead of the American national interests. The fact that he is dragging along Joe Lieberman, a war monger and Israel-firster, has convinced many American voters it is high time they took their country back for the Zionist jihadis whose main interests are occupation and Apartheid. So listen to his war songs and dance to his demented tunes until elections when McCain will be tossed in the garbage bag of history.
29. Persian CAT #28
Brod ,   USA   (03.19.08)
It is better to destroy Iran's nuke complex now than wait for the Ayatollahs to shower the world with Mushroom Clouds which will be more devastating and costly to humanity and civilizations.
30. #29. The only mushroom cloud is the one between your ears.
Persian CAT   (03.19.08)
Using worn-out terms like "mushroom cloud" to create fear based on suspicions and innuendo will only aggravate the situation in the ME. There's no shred of evidence that Iran is building nuclear weapons. The best way to ensure that Iran won't make them is to partner with Iran in developing its nuclear energy facilities and keeping an close eye on whatever Iran is doing. What Iran is doing is legal and open. I assure you that if the US/Israel could destroy Iran's nuclear complexes they would have done it by now. So why keep beating a dead horse? The fact is Iran KNOWS how to build nuclear weapons but it won't because doing so will make it a direct target. Iran know how to survive in this world, it has been successful to do so for thousands of years.
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