Some of us, who are old enough to remember the tit-for-tat pattern of sectarian killings in our N. Ireland troubles, were immediately anxious that an Israeli overreaction might occur. I am criticised by unionist friends, sometimes quite angrily, when I try to discuss comparisons between Gaza and Israel and our N. Ireland Troubles. I believe the UK government should use the example of N. Ireland to help Israel dismantle the barriers that prevent them from finding their own peace. We know the statistics are disputed but already Israel has killed over 22,000 people in Gaza, including over 7000 children and 110 Journalists. Anyone not supporting a ceasefire now has a duty to explain how will more killings will improve the security of Israel.

Source: The Guardian January 13, 2024 07:19 UTC