instead of deploying its own troops - at a great saving in cost and bad feelings -

The reasons why the current government of Israel does not do so are evident.

A massive UN deployment, combined with the fence already being constructed, could resolve this continuing crisis quite quickly - and lead to a lasting peace in the region.

Continued expansion of the settlements, and further seizure of Palestinian lands, are costing Israel well over $3 million per day. Further, the financial markets in the US and Europe are in turmoil due to the policies of the current government there.

Like over 2/3 of all US citizens, I've had enough of this.

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