Lebanon Seeks Ceasefire from Israel; US Media Seeks Distraction
Al-Monitor reports Lebanese President Joseph Aoun stating ceasefire talks aim to halt Israeli hostilities on Lebanese territory. This comes after Israel's prime minister's office suggested 'economic cooperation.' (One might wonder how much economic cooperation happens under sustained bombing.) Conveniently, mainstream outlets often obscure the history of Israeli incursions into Lebanon, from the
1982 invasion to the 2006 war, and continuous violations of Lebanese airspace. This isn't a 'both sides' spat; it's a nation demanding an end to ongoing military actions by a much stronger power. Remember, the US consistently blocks UN resolutions against these Israeli actions, while funneling billions in 'defensive aid.' (According to OpenSecrets, AIPAC alone spent over $3.7 million lobbying
Congress in 2023, while various pro-Israel groups contribute significantly to political campaigns.) So, when Lebanon asks 'please stop bombing us,' and the US-backed Israeli government talks 'economic cooperation,' it’s a masterclass in gaslighting. How many 'peace talks' does it take before the world acknowledges which side keeps initiating hostilities?