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I still think it is quite early to call the IDF murderers.
Regarding the UN...This is how the American right views it: It is supported by the United States, significantly funded by the United States, and housed in the United States. However, it often goes against U.S. policy, and continually condemns our ally Israel, while rarely if ever condemning the terror states and groups which target Israel. That is in addition to the fact that the UN is an incredibly corrupt organization led by a man with very questionable character. This isn't to say the UN doesn't have a role, it does fairly well with some hunger and health issues. However, it seemingly takes the position of "peace at any cost." The UN seems to forget the enemy in today's world is terrorism, and they do little to stop it. They spend their efforts, rather, on attempting to dissuade America and Israel and others from protecting themselves. How about taking a stand on terrorism? How about referring to Hezbollah as the terrorist group they are, rather than the bullsh*t PC term of "alleged aggressors." Is it that difficult to understand why certain people despise the UN? Sure, its easy for France or Russia or Canada to question America or England or Israel, considering they aren't constant targets of terrorism. It makes no difference to some countries if the UN appeases terrorists, since they haven't been threatened yet. The reason some Americans hate the UN is the same reason they get angry at foreign nations who after billions in aid and assistance from the U.S., curse our name and rail against our practices. I think people like yourself, RA, give groups like Hezbollah too much credit. Do you think they will stop the shelling if Israel stops? Absolutely not. They'll proclaim a victory for Islam, and plan more strikes. All the while, Israel can expect little action from the UN, who is traditionally much more inclined to defend terror organizations than to go to bat for Israel.
Often, I wonder what would happen if much of the world got their wish, and the U.S. stayed out of international affairs. For one, the UN would lose most of its legitimacy. Economic aid for countries in need would plummet, including many who hate us. If this keeps up, I imagine one day it will happen. When it does, I fear for those knocking at America's door, desperately in need. One day that knocking will go unanswered, and then perhaps those countries will understand the feeling of being rebuked.
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