ADL SHOCKED AT CRITICISM OF ISRAEL

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BUT….. we all know nothing will change… so why all the fuss?

THIS would really shock the ADL if it ever happens…

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ADL: US Criticism of Israel troubling

“We are shocked and stunned at the Administration’s tone and public dressing down of Israel on the issue of future building in Jerusalem,” Abraham H. Foxman, ADL National Director, said in a statement.

US Criticism

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Israel had been publicly reprimanded in recent days by several US officials, in wake of the announcement that 1,600 new housing units will be built in east Jerusalem. The Americans were especially upset as the announcement coincided with Vice President Joe Biden’s visit to Israel.

‘Gross overreaction’

However, ADL said the unprecedented criticism leveled by the US was aimed at placating the Palestinians.
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