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Originally Posted by _Q_
You do understand that Gaza is not an independent country right? Hamas was elected because they used to build schools and hospitals. They were seen as the opposite of the PA, who were and still are highly corrupt and ineffective. Here's an article in the LA times from 2006 discussing that.
https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-...ty2-story.html
They were elected in not solely because arabs like death or whatever you believe.
None of the zionist crew around here has even discussed any kind of solution other than "obliterate the Palestinians. They voted for hamas, so they must all die."
Seriously, do you guys think that genocide is the answer? |
That's actually a quality article that offers some insights into recent Gaza history. So, it's 2005. Israel has just left Gaza. Elections are scheduled. Hamas is building schools, hospitals and generally looks like they are trying to build a decent country. Yet, they are already declared terrorists by USA and some other countries. They are legally banned from Jordan. There are accusations of stealing aid. Nonetheless, they build schools and hospitals. Still, their stated goal is to destroy Israel - the country, that provides water, electricity and fuel for those hospitals.
Why didn't they just drop that goal? Jordan, Egypt and UAE at various times tried to destroy Israel. They realized that's not the way to go about it and made peace. Saudi Arabia was just about follow the suit. Just drop the idea of destroying Israel and build your country.
However, after Hamas won the elections, UN/USA/EU coalition demanded this:
recognition of Israel, the disavowal of violent actions, and acceptance of previous agreements between Israel and the PA
Had Hamas agreed to those, there would be no blockade now. Yet, they didn't. Not recognizing the country, that you depend on for vital supplies is not just stupid, but also shows no interest in the well-being of your own population.