Time is not on the side of peacemakers in the Middle East. Even relentless optimists are giving up. The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has become increasingly overshadowed and orchestrated on both sides by extreme and uncompromising religious groups that view their political mandate as holy and sacred. Full Story »
Posted by Kaizar Campwala
Religious extremism is a serious concern in the Middle East. I felt the article is well supported. There are horror stories being told on how Jerusalem is becoming ultra conservative and unwelcoming to secular Israelis Jews. Coupled with the fact that Hamas and Hezbollah are getting stronger and bolder, time is running out in the Middle East. I feel the best opportunity to solve the conflict was the 70s. It is now sadly too late. The article raises serious indigenous threat to Israel from within. Good piece!
