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PM: Hezbollah may get chemical weapons if Syria collapses
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Published: 22.07.12, 19:22
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1. Pray Israel Lefties won't tie IDF hands when Hezb uses WMDs
ab   (07.22.12)
2. If intel is "Rock Solid", it is long, LONG
Gideon Reader   (07.22.12)
...past time to "ring their bell". I sincerely wish that the delay; ANY delay is for the solidification of tactical planning of the operation that will eradicate the roaches nest that poses the threat for the long term foreseeable future.
3. Syrian WMD and a rogue general
Rudy Haugeneder ,   Victoria, BC, Canada   (07.22.12)
As the situation deteriorates in Syria, the prospect of a rogue general unleashing WMD on Israel grows. And it's likely such a madman (name still unknown) already has the manpower, stockpiles and delivery systems in hand -- and is primed to attack if the Syrian government falls or Israel assaults his country. Meanwhile, Israel is faced with its own internal and potentially revolution-creating social and economic problems as shown by public demonstrations and people publicly burning themselves to death -- self immolation -- to protest conditions. Also, climate change is increasingly wreaking havoc worldwide. Chaos appears to becoming the new normal.
4. Ooops!!!
Arash ,   Tehran-Iran   (07.22.12)
Seems Mr. PM. is desperate to get the blame on us. How dare he? We had nothing what so ever to do with that. Not that i would feel regretful if we did( on the contrary, Paybacks a...well, you know what it means)....
5. Of course Hezbollah.
Ezra ,   SanDiego USA   (07.22.12)
Hezbollah is probably behind the over throw of the current government in Syria. They probably know where the weapons are, and whose guarding them. Ignoring that fact is foolish.
6. #1 any lefties that do try to stop Israel
Arlene ,   Israel   (07.22.12)
I hope they are willing to go and sit on the boarder!..... It s a frightening scenario right now, as those maniacs..which side will do anything, they count their dead as holy ones.
7. "friendly agencies"? That leaves out the GCTF.
Raymond in DC ,   Washington, USA   (07.22.12)
In recent months the US State Department has assembled the Global Counter-Terrorism Forum of some 29 countries. The US and Turkey are co-chairs. A number of Muslim countries are members. Israel is not. Wouldn't want to upset the Muslim member countries, most of whom believe "resistance" isn't terror. The US may be a "friendly agency" that Israel shares its intel with, but many of the US' cohorts are not.
8. no,no.. please show "restraint"
(07.22.12)
Americans & Europeans want Israel to show "restraint" and allow themselves to be chemicalized & nuked so that Obama can win his elections, price of gas does not rise and the Euro does not crash.
9. Iran admits attack openly
Shlomo   (07.22.12)
Iran’s President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad gloated publicly on Thursday over the deaths of Israelis in a terror bombing in Bulgaria, and hinted that Iran was responsible for the attack. “They have indeed succeeded in inflicting blows upon us more than once, but have been rewarded with a far stronger response.” So what is Israel waiting for anymore ? So what further evidence is needed ??? Tell Obama, Ashton & P5.1 to jump in the nearest sewer. Bomb Iran now or be nuked.
10. Rock solid evidence???
Sarah B ,   U.S.A. / Israel   (07.22.12)
No offense Mr. Prime Minister, but why are you still barking? Have you lost your teeth?
11. Why Does A so-called resistence Need
(07.22.12)
WMD? michel sulieman Is Worse Than A Coward, To Put The Lebanese People in Jeprody is Pathetic. To Have Terrorists part of a government is Beyond COMPREHENSION?????? All American Aid to these faux governments Should ALL FUNDING! Besides What Benifit Does This Serve American People? Stop Wasting U.S.Tax Payer's Money!!!!!!!!!!!!!
12. Do I seek military action no Obama has ORDERED me not to
zionist forever   (07.22.12)
Bibi might not be seeking military action but its getting to the stage where it is the only viable solution. Assad himself is getting desperate and there is the possibility he is going to want to go down in a blaze of glory and fire on Israel and all it takes is 1 missile to land in Tel Aviv to kill hundreds. Even if a missile loaded with chemical weapons were to land in an unpopulated area like in the Galilee if the chemicals seep into the ground that area can be off limits for years to come. Of course there is the risk Hezbollah is going to get hold of some of them and its going to be carted off to a secret location in Lebanon along with some of Assad's Scud missiles and anti aircraft systems. Do we want to sit around hope for the best be the good guys and not do anything but respond when its to late the way we did in 1973 or pre empt like in 1967 and have a greater chance of victory with minimum casualties? Obama doesn't wan't any intervention in Syria from the US or Israel because he is 4 months anything to happen that will disrupt his campaign of give him more political headaches. If Israel is attacked by Syrian missiles will the Jewish voters ask him to get involved to stop it which is exactly what he doesn't want so close to an election especially as its in the Middle East and there are WMD involved. Its very unlikely that terrorists will ever be able to smuggle chemical weapons into America so he doesn't have to worry about the security of Americans here and he doesn't care about Israel. Personally I don't want to leave the safety of my life in Obama'a hands. What happened to the Israel that was once willing to hold 2 fingers up to the world and say we are going to do whats in our best interest and we don't care what you think of us? Thats the Israel we need to find if we are going to start winning wars again.
13. bla bla bla
milson   (07.22.12)
are you united nations representative or pm of israel. Shut up already you and barak with your empty warnings. If you decide to grab chemical munitions, then grab them. In the meantime, shut the hell up you wimpering wimps.
14. Burgas involvement
Jacob Erickson ,   Holon, Israel   (07.22.12)
I don't think we will respond with a declaration of war against Hezbollah or Iran for the Burgas attack. However, any findings we have need to be released publically, so that eventually when conflict does break out we can use it to support our actions then instead of declaring it later. Especially if they are "rock solid." I hope they aren't "rock solid" like all the rock solid evidence Hezbollah or Iran always claims to have against us for stuff that never see the light of day.
15. Israel needs a usage doctrine
steve from raleigh   (07.22.12)
An official doctrine that states that any attack on Israel by WMD will be considered an attack with WMD by Iran and that retaliatory steps will be taken in kind. End all doubt and put them on notice that terror will come back on them.
16. Definately as a last ditch effort for his legacy
David ,   Israel   (07.22.12)
I could see Assad launching whatever he could at Israel so that he is remembered as s
17. Definately as a last ditch effort for his legacy
David ,   Israel   (07.22.12)
I could see Assad launching whatever he could at Israel so that he is remembered as some kInd of hero to the Arab world
18. #4 Arash
Moshe of Rockville ,   Rockville,MD USA   (07.22.12)
I think Netanyahu's charges are completely supported by Israeli intel ,which is second to none in the Middle East. He is not " desperate." The Iranian leadership is composed of very "desperate" thugs who are doing much to make life in the Jewish State very difficult with its frequent calls to destroy it, as well as its violent actions against the people of Israel.Time is running out for the Mullahs, as Israeli patience is dissolving into an actionable self-defense mode,which could result in a pre-emptive attack,which would cripple Iran's efforts to produce nuclear weapons to be used against Israel. Nuclear preemption is the only certain method of discouraging Iranian objectives.
19. Just do it !
Mark ,   Lodz, Poland   (07.22.12)
If a stealth joint US-Israeli operation is possible to take out/deactivate these chemical weapons. Do it. ....and ''en passant'' ,it will be sending a concrete message to the Iranians and Hezbollah.... You don't mess with the Zohan
20. Chemical weapons
Harold ,   USA   (07.22.12)
It is bad if Hezbollah gets chemical weapons because they have missiles that reaches Israel. I predict a huge problem takes place this year. God forbids.
21. Obama to give Hezbollah chemical weapons? What?
ZionistBill ,   Israel   (07.22.12)
I've read this on from several Ynet talkbackers, so it must be true. Obama and MIchelle secretely flew to Syria a few days ago and before returning to the US they drove a few trucks of chemical weapons to the homes of several Hezbollah leaders. They told them "these weapons are for attacking Jews. ONLY Jews." I have all this on good authority (Ben Jabo, Chaim, isrealisreali, and Sarah B all will confirm this.)
22. "Do I seek action?", "No". Can I take action? No.
Persian CAT   (07.23.12)
Bibi is hysterical and wants to push Israel into another war with the Hezb. The outcome is clear. Another humiliating defeat in Lebanon, again! Shouldn't the Israelis get rid of this buffoon and the dominant Apartheid regime in order to find a way to live in piece with others?! I seriously doubt it. But it is incumbent on Israelis to try. Otherwise more dead and wounded Israelis will be coming home.
23. Standard operating procedure by Netanyahu
Sarah B (No not her)   (07.23.12)
Stoke fear and panic whilst pressing on with unpopular polices. In this case warning of the possibility that Hezbollah might get chemical weapons whilst giving the Haredi 6000 a month to read a book until they are 26. Meanwhile our sons and daughters are put in harms way, our taxes rise, our services provided by the state becomes nonexistent. No wonder the sick, the disabled and the vulnerable see no recourse except to set themselves on fire.
24. Arash
Alex ,   NYC   (07.23.12)
Iranian agents have been captured redhanded in various countries, including Thailand, India and Cyprus.
25. Not in "chaotic manner":the WMD shall be transferred in most
tom ,   tel aviv   (07.23.12)
orderly way. Just like Iranian bobmb is being made slowly but according to plan.
26. 21
zionist forever   (07.23.12)
I saw Obama playing golf with Assad and in the back of Assad's golf cart was a big that that had chemical weapon written all over it. Michelle was drinking capuchino at the palace with Asama who was showing her all the things she recently bought in London and Mihchelle showed Asama the purchases she made when she took Airforce 1 to France to go shopping with the kids. ( girly stuff ). Also you should never question the word of Sarah B she is the smartest person on here and a true realist.
27. The post at No. 10 is not mine.
Sarah B ,   U.S.A. / Israel   (07.23.12)
28. WMD must be deployed in Gazza, to balance Israeli Nukes
Tayfun_Turkey ,   Istanbul   (07.23.12)
It would be very fair Gazza Fighters have WMD to protect themselves from Israeli aggression. Perhaps sometimes they fire a few WMD at Israel to stop further occupation. Yes, windfall of falling Assad will further harm Israel.
29. Syria's Chemical Weapons
ltrail ,   United States   (07.24.12)
If Hezbollah gets the weapons, good bye Hezbollah and Syria. These rascals don't realize the consequences of such action.
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