Archive for September 20, 2009
Joe Sisco
Joe Sisco is a good example of the quality of Middle East expertise in the Kissinger apparatus. Of course, Sisco was in charge of the Middle East without having any experience or training in the region. Look at this opinion by Mr. Sisco:”Sisco: “In t…
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad
Look at those references to Lebanon from 1970
This will reinforce the conspiracy theories about the Lebanese civil war in 1975:”Kissinger: “If we have a civil war in Lebanon resulting from Palestinian action, and Lebanon asks for intervention, what would be our view?”Helms: “The imagination bogg…
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad
Black September
“In a conversation with Rogers, Kissinger interpreted Hussein’s request as an invitation for an Israeli aerial action and an American ground action. Rogers agreed that there was no alternative – the Israeli air force would have to act or else everyt…
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad
Bribes that you find unobjectionable
“In a statement issued to The Times, Freeh’s consulting firm, Freeh Group International, dismissed the bribery allegations, saying that “not only have both these reckless allegations not been proved in any court or fair factual forum, but neither h…
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad
Salam Fayyad: the propaganda blitz cotinues
But I also note this passage of the article that endorses Fayyad’s collaborationist strategy: “Currently, Fatah and Hamas have one thing in common. They are both trying to rein in armed struggle and have practically outlawed all attacks on Israel. Ju…
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad
A typical Israeli liberal
The difference between an Israeli liberal and an Israeli conservative is that an Israeli liberal is–like an Israeli conserviative–willing to support the murder of hundreds of Palestinian children but–unlike an Israeli conservative–he/she would add …
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad
She is a scholar now
“Irshad Manji, a scholar with the Robert F. Wagner School of Public Service at New York University.” Do I need to say more? This proves my theory: if you come from a Muslim or Arab background, they will make you a scholar and professor in the US (like…
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad
Zev Chafets
I opened the New York Times magazine and see yet another (boring) article by Zev Chafets. Here is a man who spent years in the Israeli terrorist military, and was in charge of military propaganda during the Israeli wars and invasions, including the 19…
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad
Misguidance and dissolution of the structure of society
The Saudi Mufititit (who should not be blamed for the spread of swin flu in Saudi Arabia–see below) attacks a Saudi comedy show and accuses it of “misguidance” and “dissolution of the structure of society”–no less. (thanks Luai)
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad
What is this?
Look at the ad in this collaborationist Palestinian newspaper. Is this an ad by an Israeli general wishing Muslims a happy `Id? (thanks Sammy)
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad
Despotism and corruption that Washington wants to protect
“The rebels say they want autonomy and accuse President Saleh of despotism and corruption, as well as introducing Sunni fundamentalism via his alliance with Riyadh. Instability in Yemen has alarmed Washington, London and neighbouring Saudi Arabia. A…
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad
Tarub and Muhammad Jamal
You miss a lot from the Western news coverage of the Middle East, nay they miss a lot. They are obsessed with religion and war that much is left uncovered. I would say that the reunion a week ago on Nishan’s show, Maestro, was the biggest event durin…
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad
Ramadan
I am glad that Ramadan is over. I am sick and tired of the various serials occupying Arab TV stations. And I am sick and tired of those contests for memorization and recitations of the Qur’an. Go eat.
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad
The case of Hala Mustafa
I have followed this case. I met Hala Mustafa briefly once in Berkeley and I know of her politics. Here, Aly sent me a useful summary of the case. I want to say that I am surprised at the storm that this has caused which only proves that the public …
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad
Feminist “backlash”: as if Italy did not have a feminist movement until now
“After a summer of sleaze in which Berlusconi has been variously accused of “frequenting minors”, sleeping with an escort girl and holding debauched parties at his Sardinian villa, a feminist backlash is gaining momentum. The target is not only Berlusc…
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad
Ethan Bronner celebrates Tel Aviv
“Tel Aviv is, in fact, the most politically liberal city in Israel and offers a sharp contrast to the spirit of religious conservatism that informs Jerusalem. It votes to the left and looks to Europe. Many inhabitants yearn for nothing more than to liv…
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad
Paris and Tel Aviv
Nahla Ash-Shahhal on French celebration of Tel Aviv. (thanks Rami)
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad
Swine flu in Saudi Arabia
Swine flu cases have been increasing in Saudi Arabia. I have been critical of Saudi Muftititi (seen above) but in this case I want to come to his defense. Many critics have blamed the Muftititi for the swine flu. You see, when the Muftititi learned …
Posted on September 20, 2009 by As'ad