Most will agree that when you have a history that is less than stellar...you make every effort to distance yourself from it, as far as possible. And in the case of the descendents of the Third Reich...light-years away...
That is what makes their recent behavior quite puzzling.
Germany is considered, under Chancellor Angela Merkel, to be one of Israel's most loyal allies. This week, German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle announced they are upgrading 'Palestinian' diplomatic representation in Berlin from a delegation to a mission headed by an ambassador. Now it's true that France, Spain, Portugal and Ireland have already taken similar actions, and true these countries have dubious histories with Israel, but Germany's move is more concerning.
Their anti-Semitic history going back to the Hep-Hep Riots of 1819, to their connection with Islam during WWII, Germany should steer clear of any and all traces of their illicit past...and this move to show honor to Israel's enemies is troubling, at best.
The PA (Palestinian Authority) has displayed paltering in their agreements with Israel, violence and barbaric behavior toward Israeli civilians, and have been the vanguard of hate in the region.
Is this the team the Heinies want to back?
To the German government: Shouldn't you be focusing on a true tabula rasa with the Jewish people, rather than mimicking a dog returning to its vomit?
It's worth a pregnant pause to ponder your process...
Shalom through strength...
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