(when it comes to the Israeli Arab conflict)
*Rule # 1*:
In the Middle East, it is always the Arabs that attack first, and it's always Israel who defends itself.
This is called "Retaliation".
*Rule # 2*:
The Arabs, whether Palestinians or Lebanese, are not allowed to kill Israelis.
This is called "Terrorism"
*Rule # 3*:
Israel has the right to kill Arab civilians.
This is called "Self-Defense", or these days "Collateral Damage".
*Rule # 4*:
When Israel kills too many civilians. The Western world calls for restraint.
This is called the "Reaction of the International Community".
*Rule # 5*:
Palestinians and Lebanese do not have the right to capture Israeli military, not even a limited number, not even 1 or 2.
This is called "Kidnapping".
*Rule # 6*:
Israel has the right to capture as many Palestinians as they want and it is legitimate for Israel to invade Gaza..
Israel can kill as many as it necessary. There is no limit, there is no need for proof of guilt or trial.
This is called "War on Terrorism".
*Rule # 7*:
When you say "Hezbollah", always be sure to add "supported by Syria and Iran ".
This is called: "Axis of Evil"
*Rule # 8*:
When you say "Israel", never say "supported by the USA, the UK and other European countries", for people (God forbid) might believe this is
not an equal conflict.
This is called "Helping our Friends".
*Rule # 9*:
When it comes to Israel , don't mention the words "occupied territories" , "UN resolutions" , " Geneva conventions" .
This could distress the audience and is called "Anti-Semitism".
1 through 9. This is called "Neutral Journalism".
*Rule # 10* :
If you don't agree with these rules or if you favor the Arab side over the Israeli side, you must be a very dangerous anti-Semite.
