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The siege on Gaza continues. Gaza has become an overcrowded prison - a boiling pressure cooker on the verge of exploding. Gaza is choked by Israel and now by Egypt as well. There is an element of “collective punishment” while many innocent Gaza Pale…
January 23
Jehad Salaam, Shalom! What a wonderful breath of fresh air in your post. I agree with everything that you have said. I do believe, however, that peace comes from the desire of people and not politicians who have their own agendas and peace is not a…
January 23
israel can defend and protect its citizens by giving the palestinian there rights so there is no resone for the palestinians to attack israel . it is not riight to egual between the the Occupation and who occupied . as we see nowdays there is no roc…
January 10
SALAMEH LADADWEH and Shimon Z. Klein are now friends
January 10
Collective punishment of the people of Gaza is never justified. There is no argument about that. Unfortunately, Hamas, Islamic Jihad and all these religious extremist terrorist groups are responsible for the onslaught on Gaza. As I said it is very d…
January 10

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My personal story:
I was born and educated in Cape Town, South Africa. The horrors of apartheid in South Africa has influenced my attitudes towards human rights in the Middle East. I have been living in Israel since 1974 - more than half my life. Married with 3 daughters. Languages spoken: English, Hebrew, some Afrikaans and very few Arabic words.
Why I want peace:
Peace is important so that our children Israeli and Palestinian can be assured of a decent future. Peace means that lives are saved and creates an atmosphere whereby both sides can improve their quality of life and that there should be understanding and respect between Israelis and Palestinians. The people must decide on how to achieve this lofty goal. Peace also insures progress for a better Middle East and an end to extremism on both sides.
Interests and activities:
Writing about the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict.
Something you didn't know about me:
I am a hospital pharmacist
How I found mepeace.org:
Abed Sami Khalil sent me the link after a telephone call.
What I want to achieve here:
Dialogue between Israelis and Palestinians at grassroots level. It is the ordinary people who make peace between themselves who eventually can convince their political leaders to move in this direction. Politicians on both sides are incapable of making peace unless the people want peace and bond between each other in love, undrstanding and a common desire to end the conflict. As human beings, I do believe that both Israelis and Palestinians have a common humanity and this is not empasized enough as the paths of communication between the two peoples are almost blocked. Using the Internet and meeting at checkposts for discussion, I am sure thatPalestinians and Israelis can make new friends and get to know each other better.

Family Visit to Cape Town, South Africa

I am now back in Israel after a wonderful holiday in Cape Town. It was great visiting close family and old friends. At the same time, I also met Jeremy Routledge (who is also a Peacemaker on Mepeace). We had a great conversation on prospects of peace between Israel and the Palestinians while walking from Sea Point to the Green Point Sport Stadium where the International Soccer Games will be taking place in 2010.









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The Upcoming Israeli Elections and Peace between Israel and the Palestinians

The Israeli General Elections are in the offing and soon the parties will be campaigning in order to win. One does not have to be a genius to realize that no party will gain an absolute majority. The idea of peace between Israel and her neighbours, especially her Palestinian neighbours, will be regarded as a hot potato by the triumvirate (Likud, Kadima and Labor). This will not be given high priority as it should. The party that makes peace as part of its agenda will not gather much votes.Continue

Posted on November 22, 2008 at 6:41pm — 1 Comment

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Ramadan Kareem

I wish my Moslem friends Ramadan Kareem - peace, happiness and a successful fast

Posted on September 3, 2008 at 7:00pm —

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Corruption in Israel

We are now in the post Zionist era of Israel’s development. There are those people who view the post Zionist period in Israel’s development as the period when Zionism has ceased to be relevant. The conclusion that one reaches is that the rot has set into Israel’s corridors of power and influence. This rot filters down from the ex- President, Prime Minister, Cabinet Ministers, “run of the mill” party political hacks, who are Knesset Members, and directors of government departments. The rot filter… Continue

Posted on August 3, 2008 at 11:26pm — 1 Comment

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Religious Zionism is Racism

The definition of Zionism has many facets. Before one can discuss this highly charged subject, it would be helpful to define Zionism in general terms. Zionism is the national revival movement of the Jewish people. It holds that the Jews have the right to self-determination in their own national home, and the right to develop their national culture. Historically, Zionism strove to create a legally recognized national home for the Jews in their historical homeland. This goal was implemented by the… Continue

Posted on July 29, 2008 at 11:13pm — 4 Comments

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The Binational State Solution to the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Many Israelis view this solution as an anti-Semitic attempt to destroy Israel. However, as I have mentioned in a previous article on my blog, this is not a new idea at all. The idea was entertained by the well-known Jewish philosophers, Martin Buber and Judah Magnes in the 1920’s. The history of the establishment of the State of Israel is a tragic one. It provided hope for the Jewish people and the survivors of the Nazi holocaust while resulting in the displacement of the indigenous Palestinian… Continue

Posted on July 26, 2008 at 8:28pm — 2 Comments

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At 9:54pm on February 3, 2010, fesalk411 said…
A True Story By Faisal Al-kateep
I am a Palestinian Arab from Hizmeh, a village between Jerusalem and Ramallah. When I was 15 years old I fought against the Israeli Occupation in search of freedom. At that time I thought every Jewish person, whether soldier or citizen, man or woman, young or old, should be killed. I rejected the right for any Jew to live and every Jew was a target. I was just a kid, believe me, and I didn’t understand anything about politics or the Arab-Israeli conflict. I was arrested and sat in jail for 12 years. This was during the first intifada from 1987. At that time nobody talked about peace but only of violence. I matured during my time in jail. I started studying and reading books on politics, literature, poetry, and about the Madrid Conference.

It gave me hope to live in peace and dignity. I learned that violence only breeds violence and that peace is the only solution for the two nations, the only way for both to have a respectful and beautiful future. We live on the same land. We are neighbors. We drink the same water and both pray to a monotheistic God. We must live in peace on the basis of religion for God and land for everyone.
At 9:54pm on February 3, 2010, fesalk411 said…
סיפור אמיתי
אני ערבי פלסטיני מהכפר חיזמה הנמצא בין ירושלים רמאללה
כשהייתי בגיל 15 נלחמתי נגד הכיבוש הישראלי
בשבל החופש הייתי חושיב כל אדם יהודי חייל או אזרח גבר או אישה קטן או גדול צריך לההרג
עד בא יום נסיתי לשלול לבן אדם את חיים שלו לא הייתי מכיר אתו היה בשביל יהודי וכל יהודי היא המטרה שלי להרוג
תאמינו לי הייתי רק ילד לא מבין כלום בפוליטיקה
או את הסכסוך הערבי הישראלי
בסוף נעצרתי לתקופה של 12 שנים
למדע כל זה קרה בשנת האינתיפאדה הראשונה 1987. באותו שלב. אף אחד לא מדבר על שלום
רק מדברים שני הצדדים רק על אלימות

התחלתי לגדול ואני בכלא התחלתי ללמוד לקרוא
ספרים על פוליטיקה. ספרות. שירה וסיפורים העולם.
השלום במדריד.
ועידת מדריד נתן לי תקווה החיים לחיות בשלןם
ובכבוד . למדתי כי אלימות תבי רק אלימות
והשלום הא הפתרון היחיד בין שני העמים למען עתיד יפה מכובד בין שני העמים
אנחנו חיים על אותה קרקע.אנחנו שכנים שותים מאותו המים מתפללים עבור אלוהים אחד
אנו צריכים לחיות בשלום על בסיס של הדת לאלוהים והאדמה לכלאם
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At 11:32am on January 10, 2010, Shimon Z. Klein said…
I agree, Linda! However, we must always remember that according to the international monitors of the elections in Gaza, the elections were fair and that Hamas won the elections in a fair ballot. I am aware, of course, that Hamas are not imprisoned as you say, but the people of Gaza. However, I am sure that most of the people of Gaza do not support Hamas today because of the oppression of Hamas and their zero achievements for the Palestinians. The onus is on the Palestinian People to rebel against Hamas and send them to hell where they belong! By doing this, Gaza will win its freedom and hopefully the era of Hamastan with its religious fanaticism - will come to an end! Inshallah!

Hamas is creating a situation whereby the siege on Gaza cannot be lifted - not by the Egyptians nor the Israelis. If only there is a way to allow innocent Gazan Palestinians freedom of movement. I do not know whether there is a way to ensure that with out Hamas taking advantage and embarking on another onslaught of terror. Maybe there are readers with ideas that are practical as to how this could be achieved. I would support the end of the siege if it allows freedom for Palestinians in Gaza. As circumstances stand now, the lifting of the siege strengthens Hamas and Iran and grants them legitimicy which they ill deserve.
At 10:22am on January 10, 2010, linda abed said…
hi
But the only victim of the imprisonment of Gaza is people and people in Gaza and not Hamas
At 1:55pm on December 8, 2009, harry deloria handenero said…
hello shimon z.klien how are you ? hope too that you are always in a better life cause you a lucky guy whom you are a good peace make in this world specially in your place and your so blessed that you were here in this org.whom i was an avid fun of this organization , and hope to see you soon here in our place just to see me personally and have a peace here if you want too,, help us ..your so welcome here in the philippines whom i was staying as of now ,,and may you say oh my god i'ts you harry again me god bless you and more power to you and bless as your family circle ..and more activity to be done on you in this organization..
At 9:17pm on May 10, 2009, Frizzey Greif said…
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Love & Tolerance connects the world

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At 10:31pm on March 1, 2009, fathi tobail said…
thanks my friend shimon hope one day our people make peace
At 5:49pm on October 20, 2008, Abed khalil said…
Thanks Shimon
really u make me less frustrated and more closed to normal case becuse of ur nice words and the human feeling behind this words.
be well
Abed
At 4:17pm on October 20, 2008, Leanne Shulman said…
Hi Shimon,
I wish I was from the Cape, but am a Joburger, who came to live here nearly 9 years ago. How long have you been here for? It is people take responsibility for their actions and the outcome of these actions that we become authentic and real.
Wishing you a Chag Sameach and enjoy the rest of your day,
Leanne
At 2:47pm on October 20, 2008, Leanne Shulman said…
Hi Shimon, from one former South African to another. I just joined this site and think that it is wonderful and it is great to be connected to folk all wanting the same thing.
With best wishes,
Leanne
 
 

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