Harsh Words, but Time for Action

I'll credit Mahmoud Abbas for this statement...

BEERSHEBA, Israel — A Palestinian suicide bombing attack in a southern Israeli city raised tensions as Israel pursued its pullout from the Gaza Strip, with Israel demanding tougher action against terrorists and Palestinians blaming Israel for an escalation in violence.

Two Israeli security guards were critically wounded in the blast outside the central bus station in Beersheba. Their action, keeping the attacker outside the crowded bus station during Sunday morning rush hour, probably prevented him from killing and wounding dozens.

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"We condemn such attacks. We don't accept them, and we call on everyone to refrain from retaliation," he said.

... but if you ask me, it's time for some action. Abbas credited "the martyrs" with the Israeli withdrawal from Gaza in a recent speech, and he's done little or nothing so far to actually bring Hamas, Islamic Jihad, and the al Aqsa Martyrs Brigade under control. I realize he's got a lot of things to worry about, but his foremost concern should be security. By essentially looking the other way, he's in danger of becoming just as impotent as Kofi Annan, who constantly condemns terror without doing anything to stop it.

It's time for a little less talk, coupled with decisive work to stop terrorists before they can kill Israelis. And this thing about blaming Israelis for an escalation in violence? Whether it's Abbas saying it or not, it's absolute buffalo biscuits, it's dishonest, and it should stop.