The 'peace' dividend.

Lenin's Tomb

Israel is about to swing dramatically to the right, if current indications are anything to go by. Israelis interviewed on Channel Four news all (aside from twits like Michael Oren, the historical fabricator cum Israeli military spokesperson) expressed dismay. Not at the butchery inflicted on Lebanon. Not at the obscene massacres carried out by the IDF. Not by the despicable excuses given by their government for leading them into an unnecessary and brutal war. But at the fact that they lost. Oh, they all know the Lebanese resistance won this one. A couple of days ago, a poll found that only 20% of Israelis believed they were winning. I'd be surprised if that many believe they've won. Returning soldiers look shell-shocked. They can't believe it...

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