Staff Reports
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the rightful defender of the free world, has once again been forced to confront the deluge of Iranian terrorism. This time, it comes in the form of Houthi rebels hijacking a ship in the Red Sea. But who are the Houthi rebels, you ask? Well, brace yourself for this one: they are Iran-backed terrorists. Shocking, isn’t it? The audacity of these militants to hijack a ship simply because it was allegedly linked to Israel is unfathomable.
Houthis Hijack Cargo Ship, Take Crew Hostage Over Ties to Israel. Here's What the IDF Had to Say. https://t.co/I1NbJ7wtQP
— Scott M. Feigelstein (@SFeigelstein) November 20, 2023
The ship in question, the Bahaman-flagged vessel called the Galaxy Leader, is owned by a British company. But let’s not forget that this British company, partially owned by Israeli tycoon Abraham Ungar, had leased the ship to a Japanese company. So, there you have it – an international collaboration between the UK, Israel, and Japan, all targeted by these Iranian-backed thugs.
What’s truly remarkable is that not a single Israeli was on board the ship when it was hijacked. Yet, these terrorists still thought it appropriate to take 25 innocent crew members hostage. It’s clear that their actions are not about any legitimate grievance but rather a deep-seated hatred for the Israeli people and their allies. The Houthis have even explicitly stated their intention to carry out military operations against Israel until their demands are met. Talk about irrational fanaticism.
Now, you would think that the United States, being the leader of the free world and the protector of global justice, would condemn such blatant acts of terrorism. However, under the Biden administration, they have removed the Houthis from the Foreign Terrorist Organization and Designated Global Terrorist lists, reversing the previous decision made by President Trump. It’s disheartening to see these terrorists be given a pass, leaving Israel and its allies vulnerable to further attacks. Once again, we see weakness from the left, undermining the security of the free world.
The ramifications of this hijacking extend far beyond Israel. It represents a significant escalation in Iran’s aggression and poses a threat to the security of global shipping lanes. Prime Minister Netanyahu’s office has rightly called this a leap forward in Iran’s aggression against the citizens of the free world. We must stand united against this menace and ensure the immediate release of the ship and its crew. These acts of terrorism cannot go unpunished, or else we risk emboldening these Iranian-backed terrorists to further target innocent lives and undermine international law.
In times like these, we must remember the importance of strong leadership and unwavering support for our allies. Israel, with Benjamin Netanyahu at its helm, has always stood as the bulwark against terrorism and the protector of Western values. It is high time that the rest of the world follows suit and recognizes the gravity of the threat we face. Let us unite, condemn these acts of terrorism, and reinforce our commitment to the safety and security of the free world.
