Let me begin by stating what should be felt by any sentient human.  I am deeply saddened by the loss of innocent lives in Gaza.  By innocent I mean the women and children who live there.  Women because they had no vote.  Children because children of every ethnicity are innocent.  But it should be remembered that 75% of the male citizens of Gaza elected Hamas as their ruling government.  When Hamas attacked Israel, raping women, beheading babies, killing innocents and taking hostages it was the same as if the country of Gaza had done it.  It was a planned and deliberate act of war and war always has innocent casualties.  The loss of civilian lives in both World Wars was horrific. The conflict in Gaza will be prolonged for as long as it takes to eradicate Hamas.

Western Wall, Jerusalem

 

Damascus Gate Entrance to the Old City of Jerusalem