Monthly Archives: May 2025

COUNTER-ARGUMENT: Premature Recognition of a Palestinian State Undermines Peace and Rewards Rejectionism

Posted on May 24, 2025 by David Pugh

From a Zionist perspective, the push by Labour figures to unilaterally recognise a Palestinian state at the upcoming UN conference is not a step toward peace—it is a dangerous act of symbolism that risks entrenching division, rewarding extremist factions, and … Continue reading →

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📣 THE TERRORIST WHO CRIED ‘WOLF!’ 🐺

Posted on May 23, 2025 by David Pugh

A modern fable from Gaza. Once upon a time in a land of rockets and rubble, there was a group called Hamas — not exactly known for peace and civility. In fact, they’re officially a terrorist organization, but they sure … Continue reading →

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Gaza, Peace Talks, and the Art of Juggling Hand Grenades: What It All Means for Israel

Posted on May 23, 2025 by David Pugh

The war in Gaza grinds on, with the kind of rhythm usually reserved for bad sequels: same plot, new explosions. World leaders, think tanks, and diplomats have unleashed a torrent of peace proposals, ceasefire blueprints, and “bold new visions” — … Continue reading →

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When Outrage Becomes Easy: The Strange Case of Blaming Israel

Posted on May 8, 2025 by David Pugh

Why has blaming Israel become such an easy, unthinking reflex in the West? This post unpacks how sentimentality, slogans, and pseudo-humanitarianism have replaced real understanding—and what we can do about it.

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