For a country that prides itself on generations of intelligent, inventive people - we keep falling in love with lies, false narratives and smiles from our haters.
For decades, Israel has been told comforting stories—stories of peace, compromise, and international approval. Again and again, those stories were embraced, celebrated, and even rewarded. And again and again, reality told a very different story.
When Ehud Barak withdrew from Lebanon, he was praised as bold and visionary. What followed was not peace—but Hezbollah entrenched on Israel’s northern border, turning the lives of Israelis into a constant security nightmare.
When Ariel Sharon and Ehud Olmert oversaw the expulsion of Jews from Gush Katif, the move was hailed globally as a step toward peace. Instead, Gaza became a stronghold for Hamas—a launchpad for rockets, terror tunnels, and endless conflict.