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Country
United States
- Pro-Israel, believes Israel has a right to defend itself against rocket attacks from Gaza. Criticizes the Goldstone report as biased against Israel.
- Supports a two-state solution with both Israel and an independent Palestinian state existing peacefully.
- Believes the Palestinian leadership has made mistakes historically, like allying with Hitler in WW2, and says they need to "move on" from grievances about the 1948 war and refugee status.
- Argues there is no humanitarian crisis in Gaza, says Israel allows adequate food and supplies in. Blames Hamas for spending money on rockets not infrastructure.
- Says Iran is determined to get nuclear weapons and is an existential threat to Israel that may require preemptive action. Critical of past U.S. intelligence reports downplaying Iran's nuclear program.
- Supports Israeli security measures like the separation barrier while opposing civilian settlements in the West Bank. Backs Obama's pressure on settlements while supporting his overall policy towards Israel.
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