A very strong statement from Bush

'WE'LL DEFEND ISRAEL'

I will be the first to admit a lack of enthusiasm for the current President. Notwithstanding that, today aboard Air Force One, Bush has, for the first time that I can remember, stated a position that places the USA in the position of defender of the existence of the State of Israel with what appears to be US force. This is a very strong pro-Israel statement (made in connection with Iran and its leader's comments).

"Israel is a solid ally of the United States, we will rise to Israel's defense if need be. So this kind of menacing talk is disturbing," he added.
Asked if he meant the United States would rise to Israel's defense militarily, Bush said: "You bet, we'll defend Israel."

All I can say, is that if these words ever need to be followed by deeds, I hope that he is true to his word.

shalom. Jeremy