The former Mayor of Shiloh discusses the proposal, and why there appears to be mixed messages surrounding its acceptance.
This past weekend, President Joe Biden and his Administration put together a potential deal to bring an end to the war in Gaza. However, even with Israel’s mild acceptance of the deal, it doesn’t look like Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is fully on board, noting that it was “not a good deal.”
Netanyahu is facing a great deal of pressure from all sides to end the war against Hamas, particularly after a devastating number of strikes that have left hundreds dead. Many countries are pushing him to accept a cease-fire, along with families of the hostages being held. And, of course, Biden.
But Netanyahu stands strong in his belief that the deal Biden had been discussing is only partial. “Israel has not changed its conditions to reach a permanent cease-fire,” an official noted. “That will only happen after our objectives are met including destroying Hamas’ military and governing capabilities.”
The official continued to note the flaws with Biden’s proposed offer. “It’s strange that they say it’s an Israeli proposal and, at the same time, that Israel needs to agree to it.”
Meanwhile, John Kirby, spokesman for the National Security Council, fired back. “The Israeli foreign minister himself acknowledged that this was the Israeli proposal.”
So the real question is if common ground can be reached on a proposal, or if Israel will continue to push forward in its fight against Hamas.
Joining us now to discuss this further is David Rubin, former Mayor of Shiloh and founder of the Shiloh Israel Children’s Fund. His first-hand knowledge of what’s happening in Israel make him a perfect guest for this show. Welcome, David!
Q&A:
- What are your thoughts on Biden’s proposal for a cease-fire? Why does he seem so determined to submit a proposal in the first place?
- What do you think about all the mixed messages surrounding whether the proposal will be accepted or not? Netanyahu still seems hesitant about it.
- Is it in Netanyahu’s best interest to keep pushing forward with his fight against Hamas, despite pressure from outside sources to accept the proposal?
- Where do you see the fight between Hamas and Israel going in the months ahead?
- Do you believe any countries will try to push for the removal of Netanyahu? There has been talk but very little action taken as of late.
- Tell us more about the Shiloh Israel Children’s Fund and how it’s helping people right now.
- Where can we learn more about the Shiloh Israel Children’s Fund, as well as what else you’re working on?
- a. You can visit the following websites:
- www.IsraelChildren.org (treating the victims of terror)
- www.DavidRubin.com (to find out more about David’s many books)
- www.ConfrontingRadicals.com.
About David Rubin:
David Rubin, former Mayor of Shiloh, Israel, has authored seven books, including
“Confronting Radicals: What America Can Learn from Israel,” which has been adapted into a film. Following a terror attack that injured him and his young son, Rubin founded the Shiloh Israel Children’s Fund, dedicating his efforts to aiding child victims of terrorism.
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