Staff Reports
When Israel initiated its airstrikes in Gaza, it was no surprise that displacement would occur. This military action was a response to the heinous attack by Hamas on Israel, which resulted in the deaths of thousands of innocent Israeli civilians. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, recognizing the need for unity, formed a government dedicated to eliminating Hamas. As the ground invasion commenced, Palestinians sought refuge in the south, only to be shot at by Hamas. Yet, amidst the left’s outcry against Israel, it is essential to consider why these civilians are left with nowhere to go.
It's Simple Why No Arab Countries Are Taking Palestinian Refugees. They Know Better.
https://t.co/vrJcdq3nvV— Townhall.com (@townhallcom) November 19, 2023
Beyond mere geography, the Palestinians have a long and sordid history of causing mayhem and terrorism in Arab nations. Egypt, a logical destination for these Palestinians, has wisely decided against opening its borders due to concerns about terrorism. While Hamas claims to care about Palestinian civilians, it prefers to use them as human shields to manipulate global opinion and hinder Israel’s counter-invasion efforts.
Why won’t Egypt and Jordan take refugees from Gaza?
Arabs know their history better than the anti-Israel protesters marching in universities.
Those students know nothing about what Palestinian migrants did in Kuwait, Jordan or Lebanon
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Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi, who bears no warmth towards Hamas, fears that terrorists might infiltrate his country disguised as civilians. To mitigate this risk, he has imposed strict quotas on entries from Gaza. This may prove challenging for the Palestinians seeking refuge, especially when faced with a potential humanitarian crisis.
Some argue that Egypt could house refugees in camps while vetting them for potential ties to Hamas. This practical approach, supported by a United Nations effort, would reduce the risk of terrorists slipping through. However, President Al Sisi must weigh the burden of this task against the timing and cost, with elections approaching in Egypt. The consequences of not taking action could lead to a severe humanitarian crisis and potentially embolden Hamas.
Looking back at history, it becomes evident that no Arab country wants to accommodate the Palestinians due to the turmoil and instability they bring. Their attempts to take over Jordan and their collaboration with Saddam Hussein’s forces in Kuwait before the Gulf War are just a couple of examples. Lebanon still struggles to recover from the devastation caused by their involvement in that nation’s civil war. The reluctance of Arab countries to accept them contrasts with our own acceptance of terrorism on a massive scale.
It is unfortunate that the left chooses to overlook these historical facts, instead focusing solely on criticizing Israel. While Israel has repeatedly resisted ceasefires, it remains determined to dismantle Hamas’ infrastructure. Nevertheless, we must acknowledge that a humanitarian crisis could still emerge as a result of these ongoing efforts. It is high time we confront the reality that the Palestinians, with their troubling history and association with terrorism, are responsible for their own predicament and the hardships they face.
