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Americans are increasingly viewing the situation in Palestine as a human rights issue, and one that is deeply relevant to domestic politics. Unlike Biden, whose support for Israel has been consistent, Trump’s stance has been confusing and contradictory.
Israel and the United States have justified the resumption of hostilities on Hamas’ reluctance to release more hostages prior to commencing negotiations on ending the war. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has always been lukewarm to any notion of a durable ceasefire agreement.
The problem is the 'mercantilist' way of thinking; a way of thought that is widespread amongst the world's elites. It is the pattern of thought that treats imports (what a country gets) as a cost instead of a benefit, and treats exports (what a country gives up) as a benefit instead of a cost.
Adrian Maidment cartoon "I'm not at all concerned about my leadership position in the polls..."
The only ACC Minister to show any real interest in and understanding of the issue was Matt Doocey, who was, unfortunately, reshuffled out of the portfolio earlier this year. His successors are yet to show their interest.
The talk that Christopher Luxon is about to be rolled resumes but there is no apparent successor.
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