Nuclear Contamination (Haaretz, 2/11)

“The strategic decision regarding Iran is the decision of our generation. Israel has not faced such an important and difficult decision since it decided to build the Dimona facility.

If Israel acts against Iran prematurely, the implications could be dramatic. An eternal war with Tehran, an immediate war with Hamas and Hezbollah, tens of thousands of missiles on dozens of cities in Israel.

If Israel is late to act in Iran, the implications could be critical to our survival. A nuclear bomb in the hands of fanatic Muslims could change our life entirely and could shorten our life span.

So the decision regarding Iran must be made with a clean conscience and a clear mind. It must not be mixed with personal interests, ulterior motives and rising emotions. The government must make the decision on Israel’s fate in a profound debate, an organized process and a secure area.”

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