Whilst it’s quite easy for writers like me to write and postulate and criticize the IDF for its brutal retaliation in the Gaza war, the truth may be far from clear. Last month for example, Israeli forces rescued four hostages from Gaza. These hostages were kept in the homes of regular Gaza folks like a medical doctor who led prayers at the local mosque or a journalist, or a local businessman. What Hamas has done largely is to draw Israeli troops into areas occupied by civilians, thus creating worldwide outrage when Israeli forces invade and casualties mount. Hamas started this war. Hamas made the decision to keep hostages in civilian homes. Hamas must take responsibility for the deaths among its civilian population.
Michael O. Ovienmhada
Author, Playwright, Poet and Public Affairs Commentator.
omeekey@hotmail.com
