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Is Israel completely beyond any control?

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gangy5 Sat 15-May-21 18:49:35

This is a very sad situation. I can't understand why the USA and many other nations side with Israel, who has been encroaching on Palestine's territory for years.
Perhaps somebody can help with the detail but I remember the United Nations in the 70's/80's drawing up an agreement as to what land was to be handed back to the Palestinians and the border between the countries redrawn. Needless to say, this was not implemented.
It is no wonder that the Palestinians are continually up in arms - they want their land returned !!

Barmeyoldbat Sat 15-May-21 18:44:18

It is disgraceful what is happening, Biden has come out on support for Israel but that is what I expect from the US but I just cannot understand the UK Government. Words fail me.

trisher Sat 15-May-21 18:38:23

Israel has just destroyed an international media centre in Gaza, home for many different media companies. They have also targetted refugee centres, killing families and destroying homes. There has been no international condemnation. The UK government hasn't said anything. What use is International law?