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November 13, 2023

Ceasefires Cost the Lives of Israelis, and Save Those of Terrorists

“A ceasefire is merely a recommendation for Hamas, while the IDF sees itself obligated to uphold it.”

In recent negotiations mediated by Qatar, Hamas reportedly requested a three-day ceasefire in exchange for the release of some of its hostages. Meanwhile the word “ceasefire” is on the lips of every protestor, politician, or diplomat who wishes to criticize either Israel’s or America’s handling of the current war. Ron Ben-Yishai lays out six reasons, each convincing in itself, that Jerusalem should not accede to this demand. He also relates a story that, on its own, should settle the question:

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November 13, 2023

  1. Ceasefires Cost the Lives of Israelis, and Save Those of Terrorists

    “A ceasefire is merely a recommendation for Hamas, while the IDF sees itself obligated to uphold it.”

  2. Israel Is Doing More Than the Law Requires to Protect Civilian Lives in Gaza

    An urban-warfare expert weighs in.

  3. Like 9/11, 10/7 Has Only Strengthened Intellectuals’ Commitment to Make Excuses for Terrorism

    Anything done to the Jews in Israel will be justified.

  4. The Search for Sigmund Freud’s Hidden Jewishness

    And how Hebrew and Yiddish translations shaped it.

  5. A Hebrew Pocket Watch from the Titanic

    Sinai Kantor’s timepiece is now a collector’s item.