Netanyahu's 'Ceasefire' Warning: A Classic from His Greatest Hits
The article frets about Netanyahu’s threats of 'unprecedented' action if Hezbollah doesn't retreat. Yet, this isn't new; Netanyahu has been issuing similar ultimatums for decades, often right before escalations he initiates. Recall his 2002, 2006, and 2014 speeches, each brimming with dire warnings conveniently preceding military actions. The only collapsing 'ceasefire' Israel ever seems concerned
about is one that doesn't allow it to expand its strategic objectives. We're told the ceasefire is 'in danger.' One might ask: in danger of what, exactly? Of lasting peace? Or merely in danger of not providing enough pretext for the next round of what passes for 'security' in the region? The dance is well-rehearsed: issue warnings, portray victimhood, then launch the 'defensive' strike. This isn't
a peace dissolving; it's a carefully orchestrated prelude.