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Israel's Peace Illusions and the Reality of Perpetual Conflict

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Thousands sang "Song for Peace" at Israel's InDNegev festival, drawing criticism from the right. The author argues against political extremes, stating that decades of conflict have shown a lack of a viable peace partner, despite peace being a core Jewish value. The article contrasts past naivete with current threats, emphasizing the need for security alongside peace aspirations, especially after the October 7 massacre.

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  • Thousands sang "Song for Peace" at the InDNegev music festival, sparking debate.
  • The author criticizes political tribalism and advocates for complex, reality-based positions.
  • Past Israeli peace efforts, like the Oslo Accords, are described as naive and flawed.
  • Adversaries' continued calls for jihad and martyrs demonstrate a lack of a peace partner.
  • Peace is a supreme value, but current aspirations must be balanced with security awareness.
  • The October 7 massacre highlights the need for vigilance alongside peace dreams.

Ynetnews publishes in English. The key points are summarized above. Read Ynetnews’s full report from the link at the top of the page.

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