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August 12, 2013

A persistent cry from the global anti-Israel campaign claims that Israel enjoys impunity under which it commits unspeakable crimes. Based on a categorical definition of any Israeli action as a horrible crime, this argument is essentially flawed, and is actually aimed at stripping Israel of its ability to operate in a series of extremely hostile and active fronts.

But now, in light of the expected release of 104 Palestinian prisoners from Israeli jails, the question arises: Who’s really operating with impunity here?

The definition “political prisoners” covers only the background of these men’s actions; These are no freedom-seeking-flag-hangers. Most of the released this time around are in prison  
At any angle you choose to observe this conflict you’ll find inversion of perception. Who’s actually operating with impunity? Correct, Palestinian terrorism. The Israeli terror victims association “Al-Magor” ” target=”_blank”>@Lostroadtopeace

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