Letter to the editor: Israel's always fighting to survive
This story raises questions about governance, accountability, and American values.
The letter’s framing treats a ceasefire as proof that the story is mainly about survival and sympathy. That matters, but it also risks turning a hard security problem into a morality play where any hesitation is cast as cold-hearted. A ceasefire is only as serious as the enforcement behind it.
New Republican Times Editorial Board
Israel, our important strategic ally in the Middle East, and Hamas have approved a ceasefire and a potential peace plan.
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The letter’s framing treats a ceasefire as proof that the story is mainly about survival and sympathy. That matters, but it also risks turning a hard security problem into a morality play where any hesitation is cast as cold-hearted.
A ceasefire is only as serious as the enforcement behind it. When Hamas can rearm, regroup, and govern through intimidation, the word “peace plan” becomes a press release, not a strategy. The missing conservative concern is credible deterrence and clear conditions, including hostages, demilitarization, and verification that is more than wishful thinking.
America should support allies while guarding national security, public trust, and rule of law. That means backing Israel’s right to defend itself, demanding accountability from terrorists and their patrons, and resisting deals that trade temporary calm for the next war. The principle at stake is stability built on reality, not optimism.
Commentary written with AI assistance by the New Republican Times Editorial Board.