What Do American Military Leaders Say about Hamas-Israel War?

 With war between Israel and Hamas, many people have varying opinions of what is happening and what should happen. Although the problems in the Middle East have been around for generations, the newest flare-up began on October 7, 2023, when Hamas, a U.S.-designated terrorist group, invaded Israel to slaughter more than 1,400 Israelis and take approximately 200 people back to Gaza as hostages. The casualties included civilians of all ages, from Holocaust survivors to infants. According to the State Department, thirty-two Americans were killed with eleven more not accounted for.

Most people understand that Israel was attacked by brutal terrorists who killed, raped, dismembered, and kidnapped Israelis, Americans, and other people to use as hostages. Most people understand that Israel has the right to protect itself, but some people believe that Israel deserves what they got because they are occupiers in Palestinian lands.

One group of people have more credibility than most people, so we would be wise to pay attention to their words. Lucy Gilbert and Tyler O’Neil published an article in The Daily Signal that contained an open letter from more than 100 retired U.S. military leaders from a variety of branches that was released by the Jewish Institute for National Security of America (JINSA). 

“As calls for a cease-fire, accusations of war crimes, and politicization of proposed aid to Israel build, this letter from more than 100 retired senior U.S. military commanders underscores enduring U.S. support for Israel,” Blaise Misztal, JINSA’s vice president for policy, told The Daily Signal in a statement Sunday.

Misztal added that the letter “also demonstrates that defending Israel’s right to self-defense is not just the right thing to do but also …squarely in the U.S. interest. Standing by and strengthening partners is the best way to make friends and deter our enemies.” …

According to Gilbert and O’Neil, the “letter emphasizes Israel’s need for continued support amid what seems likely to be a protracted war."

“As retired American military leaders who devoted our lives to defending the nation, and many of whom served in the Middle East, we stand beside Israel and recognize its right to defend itself against the Iran [backed terrorist threats,” the retired military leaders write.

The authors explained that “JINSA is a non-partisan 501c(3) focused on national security of the U.S. and its relationship with Israel. The institute also provides research and recommendations to influence U.S. policy decisions.” They said that the leaders signed the letter to “signal to the world – U.S. friends and foes alike – that America remains a force to be counted on.”

The military leaders “emphasized the strength of Israel and their hopes the nation will persevere. 'Israel is strong enough to defend itself, by itself. It will prevail, regardless the cost. With American assistance, that cost can, and should, be reduced,' the letter asserts."

The authors stated that the “letter calls for the resupply of American-produced munitions to Israel and to work in a bipartisan manner to ensure Israel receives what it needs ‘militarily, diplomatically, logistically, and with intelligence.’”

It is my hope that America stands firmly with Israel. History shows that every nation that fights against Israel ends up losing. The Jews are God’s chosen people, and He fights with them.