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2006-08-17 Israel-Palestine-Jordan

Halutz says decision to expand conflict against Lebanon was not endorsed

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Posted by Fred 2006-08-17 00:00|| || Front Page|| [4 views since 2007-05-07] Top

#1 I think this is the key to Israeli actions. They were caught flat-footed by the large weapos emplacements and the extensive tunnel/bunker network. They,like the US, are enamored of air power and thought air "shock & awe" would quickly make Hezbs plead for ceasefire. This is not going to happen. As a former ground pounder, I know how valuable air support is. But boots are necessary for taking and controlling territory and dominating the enemy. Cheap surgical attacks don't stop fanatical foes. Masses losses eventually stop him. If air is used, massive wide area bombing like in Germany and Japan in WW II is actually much more effective. It takes out infrastructure, military, and civilians. The overall loss is what really brings them to their knees. Get over wars without casualties. It's only a fantasy.

Posted by SOP35/Rat 2006-08-17 11:16|| 2006-08-17 11:16|| Front Page Top

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