Recently a correspondent offered views about the latest round of blood letting in Israel's neighbourhood. Which raises the question: what can one do about it, here on the other side of the world? For a start, speak up against misguided views, that lack important context. The violence was initiated by the unspeakable depravity of Hamas on October 7, 2023. The violence would stop if Hamas released those poor suffering hostages (some of whom were taken from a peace dance). The violence would stop if Hamas quit its plan to destroy Israel. Why is it only Israel that is not allowed to defend itself? For those concerned about the right side of history, remember Bob Hawke's words: "If the bell tolls for Israel, it won't toll just for Israel, it will toll for all mankind". Richard Bennetts Adaminaby
