Quote by Ron Silver

Too often in the past, U.S. leaders have forced Israel to pay the price for American strategic interests in the Middle East - through concessions in the peace process as well as passivity in the face of Iraqi attacks.

Too often in the past, U.S. leaders have forced Israel to pa

Summary

This quote suggests that historically, leaders of the United States have prioritized their strategic interests in the Middle East over the well-being of Israel. It implies that Israel has been compelled to make concessions in peace negotiations and has not received adequate support or protection in the face of attacks from Iraq. The quote implies a sense of resentment, criticizing the U.S. for potentially sacrificing Israel's interests in pursuit of its own geopolitical agenda.

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Peace

By Ron Silver

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