Israelis are angry, resilient, and ready to reject the West’s narrative - opinion
The reality is that Israelis are neither crushed nor dispirited. Instead, they are appropriately angry and motivated to win against all enemies.
A somber week in Israel unfolded, marked by the loss of civilians and soldiers at the hands of Hamas. Despite the tragedy, the prevailing sentiment was one of patriotism, resilience, and defiance rather than defeat. Media coverage, however, painted a picture of a traumatized and exhausted society, which infuriated many Israelis.
Israelis are not crushed or dispirited; they are motivated to defeat their enemies and are energized by their anger. Domestically, Israelis hold their leaders accountable for past failures and the intelligence and military malfunctions that allowed Hamas to launch a surprise attack. This anger is healthy, reinvigorating Israeli public life and bringing new energy to politics.
Israelis are proud of the brave reservists and volunteers who responded to the crisis, forming the foundation of future leadership. Globally, Israelis are furious at the Western world's hostility and hypocrisy, denying Israel weapons and falsely accusing it of war crimes. This anger is justified, as Israelis resist the negative portrayals of their actions and defend themselves against anti-Semitic rhetoric.
Israelis will not submit to containment policies or be persuaded to accept a two-state solution against their will, as they strive to maintain a proactive defense posture. Western arrogance and patronizing assumptions about Israeli fatigue and blindness must be dismissed, as the well-meaning world should focus on supporting Israel's security and sovereignty.
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