Gilad Shalit: Israel and Palestinians welcome deal

Gerald · 10-13-11, 11:28 AM

Quote: People took to the streets in Jerusalem and Gaza City to celebrate the deal,Israelis and Palestinians have welcomed the announcement of a deal to free captured Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.Crowds of Israelis took to the streets of Jerusalem in celebration at the news, while similar scenes were played out among Palestinians in Gaza.The deal was announced on Tuesday by the Israeli and Palestinian leaders.Under the terms, more than 1,000 Palestinians and Sgt Shalit, held since 2006, will be freed, beginning in days.Sgt Shalit, aged 19 at the time, was snatched in a cross-border raid by Hamas militants who tunnelled from Gaza into Israel.On-off negotiations for his release have taken place for several years.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-15273206

Note: 12 October 2011 Last updated at 15:14 GMT

Jimbuna · 10-13-11, 11:41 AM

At 1027 for 1 I'd say someone has gotten a good deal.

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Gerald · 10-13-11, 11:51 AM

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and then we'll see how long it stays there,that's a different issue

Jimbuna · 10-13-11, 12:18 PM

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Gerald · 10-13-11, 01:02 PM

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Jimbuna · 10-13-11, 11:54 AM

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soopaman2 · 10-13-11, 11:44 AM

Is it a celebration of (relative) unity, or simply a celebration of percieved victories over the other?

Not being a smart arse, I am truly interested.

My personal opinion is these 2 will not get along until one or the other is eradicated. A true peace deal would entail a compromise on borders/settlements, which is a huge flash point on both sides at the moment.

Until this is resolved, the spanish soap opera drama will continue.

Of course, in my humble opinion.

Osmium Steele · 10-13-11, 01:19 PM

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Is it a celebration of (relative) unity, or simply a celebration of percieved victories over the other?

There's no way Israel thinks they've won anything other than the release of their soldier.

The PA? They must be ecstatic. I see no way this could be viewed as anything other than a victory.

August · 10-13-11, 01:36 PM

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The PA? They must be ecstatic. I see no way this could be viewed as anything other than a victory.

Not to mention it'll encourage them to kidnap another IDF soldier.

Penguin · 10-13-11, 01:53 PM

They kidnapped IDF soldiers before, and will continue to do so.
Gilad Shalit is only alive because they know that an alive hostage gets them more than a dead one.

It's a victory for Israel, because Shalit is still alive. It's definitely important for the morale, especially for draftees to show that they care for any of their soldiers.
It's a victory for Hamas, because of the exchange rate.

It's a victory for the truth, as the world can see what Hamas is: a bunch of criminals who do not recognize any rules of international law, but demand it for themselves.

10-13-11, 11:28 AM	#1
Gerald SUBSIM Newsman Join Date: May 2008 Location: Close to sea Posts: 24,254 Downloads: 553 Uploads: 0	Gilad Shalit: Israel and Palestinians welcome deal Quote: People took to the streets in Jerusalem and Gaza City to celebrate the deal,Israelis and Palestinians have welcomed the announcement of a deal to free captured Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.Crowds of Israelis took to the streets of Jerusalem in celebration at the news, while similar scenes were played out among Palestinians in Gaza.The deal was announced on Tuesday by the Israeli and Palestinian leaders.Under the terms, more than 1,000 Palestinians and Sgt Shalit, held since 2006, will be freed, beginning in days.Sgt Shalit, aged 19 at the time, was snatched in a cross-border raid by Hamas militants who tunnelled from Gaza into Israel.On-off negotiations for his release have taken place for several years. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-15273206 Note: 12 October 2011 Last updated at 15:14 GMT __________________ Nothing in life is to be feard,it is only to be understood. Marie Curie

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Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 190,525 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	At 1027 for 1 I'd say someone has gotten a good deal. __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!!

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Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 190,525 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	__________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!!

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soopaman2 Der Alte Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: New Jersey, USA Posts: 3,316 Downloads: 61 Uploads: 0	Is it a celebration of (relative) unity, or simply a celebration of percieved victories over the other? Not being a smart arse, I am truly interested. My personal opinion is these 2 will not get along until one or the other is eradicated. A true peace deal would entail a compromise on borders/settlements, which is a huge flash point on both sides at the moment. Until this is resolved, the spanish soap opera drama will continue. Of course, in my humble opinion. __________________ If Hitler invaded Hell I would make at least a favourable reference to the devil in the House of Commons. -Winston Churchill- The most fascinating man in the world.

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Penguin Ocean Warrior Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Rheinische Republik Posts: 3,322 Downloads: 92 Uploads: 0	They kidnapped IDF soldiers before, and will continue to do so. Gilad Shalit is only alive because they know that an alive hostage gets them more than a dead one. It's a victory for Israel, because Shalit is still alive. It's definitely important for the morale, especially for draftees to show that they care for any of their soldiers. It's a victory for Hamas, because of the exchange rate. It's a victory for the truth, as the world can see what Hamas is: a bunch of criminals who do not recognize any rules of international law, but demand it for themselves.