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Originally Posted by _Q_
I think this 6 page thread proves how difficult it is to lay blame on one side or another. Neither side is 100% innocent. I do hope for the sake of the region that groups like the one you mentioned can accomplish their intended goals.
Have a good Shabbat and Salam 'Alaykom to you too.
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There is blame on both sides, and I think many if not most Israelis probably acknowledge that. Most people I know in real life and on the internet who discuss this situation and support the Israeli side admit that certain policies have been counter active to progress. Israeli society and culture supports debate on these issues, which is not something the Palestinian side does a lot.
I used to know a Palestinian Canadian from Ottawa and he was more forgiving of Israel than I expected. He told me about how Hamas forbids people and community leaders from cooperating with Israel on any matters, and they use threats to ensure it. He also said that they don't allow Palestinians to accept compensation for damages to their property caused by Israel.
So while Israel might be on the hook for some of the blame, there are elements in Israel that also try to build bridges and it is met with opposition from Palestinians.