Is US support of Israel linked to the events of September 11, 2001?
Palestinian leaders, as well as international leaders, have stated that the events of September 11 were not directly prompted by the occupation. That the terrorists behind September 11 claimed to be supporting Palestinians does not mean that any Palestinian groups are connected to or, in turn, supportive of such terrorism. On the contrary, Palestinians leaders forcefully condemned this terrorism and expressed unwavering sympathy with Americans. Nevertheless, the long-standing instability in Israel and Palestine complicates U.S. relations throughout the Middle East and adds to the discontent with American policies in that area. Prime Minister Sharon has taken advantage of the U.S. “War Against Terrorism” to dramatically increase Israeli military activity against the Palestinians, claiming to be participating in wiping out terrorism. The definition of terrorism is not agreed on internationally and many people claim that Israel’s military activity is state-sponsored terrorism. Should we s
