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Muslim Brotherhood President Morsi Sends Egyptian Prime Minister to Gaza in Show of Solidarity for…Hamas

Nov. 16, 2012 7:42am Sharona Schwartz

Egyptian Prime Minister Hisham Kandil (photo credit: Times of Israel)

Setting himself up as a “savior” for Palestinians in Gaza, Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood President Mohammed Morsi sent his prime minister to Gaza Friday in a show of solidarity with the ideologically-aligned Islamist Hamas leadership.

Before the visit, Morsi was able to extract a major concession from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu who agreed to a temporary ceasing of IDF bombing of terrorist targets in Gaza during the duration of the Egyptian prime minister’s visit. This no doubt providing a much-needed respite for Hamas, Islamic Jihad and other terrorist enemies of the Jewish state.

Israel Radio’s Arab Affairs Correspondent Gal Berger said in a morning newscast Friday that Egypt wants to provide a “human shield” for Hamas in the form of Prime Minister Hisham Kandil in order to restrain Israel and to limit its maneuverability. He believes Morsi wants to show his Muslim Brotherhood allies in Egypt that he’s a “savior” for Gaza.

Arriving in Gaza Friday, Prime Minister Kandil pledged his country’s support for the Palestinian people. He called for a Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital, according to the Times of Israel:

“Egypt after the revolution will work toward an extended calm, and afterwards for the establishment of a Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital. That is the only way to achieve stability in the region,” says Kandil.

The Egyptian prime minister urged all Palestinian factions to unite. “The strength of the Palestinan people lies in its unity. That is the way to achieve victory,” he says.

During a press conference, he also had a message for the U.S.: “This historic visit will lead to the improvement of conditions for the people of Gaza. It will be impossible from now on to view the situation in Gaza as disconnected from the region…The message to the West and to the United States is that they must act in order to stop this bloodshed.”

Professor Barry Rubin, Director of the Global Research in International Affairs (GLORIA) Center believes the U.S. needs to reconsider the $1.3 billion in annual aid it gives Egypt. He tells TheBlaze: “Note that money given to Egypt will be used to help Hamas which means EU and US taxpayers will now be subsidizing Hamas.”

The moral support is being felt strongly by Hamas. The head of political affairs for Hamas Khaled Mashaal said Thursday “The Israeli enemy was weak before the revolutions in the Arab world and now it is even weaker.”

The Israeli newspaper Maariv reports that the Muslim Brotherhood’s solidarity with Hamas prompted the Egyptians to reopen until further notice the Rafah border crossing, allowing more freedom of movement for people and goods between Gaza and Egypt.

Hamas Prime Minister Ismail Haniyeh thanked President Morsi and the Muslim Brotherhood for their support, adding he is confident the Palestinians will be victorious, thanks to the efforts of Egypt and others.

Israeli media reported Kandil ended up cutting his trip short due to security concerns as Islamic Jihad continued firing rockets at Israel, but even in the short time he was on the ground, his message of solidarity was conveyed.

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universalphilos
Posted on November 17, 2012 at 4:23pm
Within two weeks of the signing of the Camp David Accords on September 17, 1978, by Egyptian President Anwar El Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin, witnessed by United States President Jimmy Carter, a prophecy was given, November 3, 1978: “Yet, many things — the advancement of those who prepare the way for the Anti-Christ are growing across the land, even into your Presidency, deception — this false treaty that he should have Israel sign with Egypt. We say unto you this, for he who should place his name upon this treaty with Israel and Egypt, look closely, for he shall be one of the heads of the Anti-Christ.
But do not underestimate the Israelites. As we have said before, the descendents of Abraham may be changed as easily as turning a stone. But as Ishmael was given a promise, so must that fulfillment come also.
There are wars and rumors of wars. And great wars, the greatest of wars, has not happened yet….”
https://docs.google.com/open?id=0BzyT3fgGxb4-Mnp5THVvU0tNMFU

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lylejk
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 7:33pm
Why in the heck are we still giving money to Egypt then? It’s now time to cut all funding, sanction Egypt until that government crumbles. Useless bunch of Christian killers anyway. Let the people then decide, do they rot and starve or kick their president out. Let’s make it that simple for them. :)

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- rickc34
  Posted on November 16, 2012 at 7:48pm
  No food and no money from America for Eygpt, lybia pakistan Syria or Afganistan.
  
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watman43
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 6:38pm
WOW think obama is on the wrong side ?

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FloridaBorne
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 6:15pm
Israel is a westernized country. They don’t debate over things like how long your wife can be dead and you can still have sex with her. Israel doesn’t think it’s okay to gang rape a female reporter in the middle of a demonstration, or give your 12 year old daughter in marriage. THIS IS THE ENEMY. We must never lose sight of that or we will ultimately pay the price for it.

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jessieH
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 3:51pm
That’s it, bunch them all up in the same spot.

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Bluefish49
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 2:31pm
Someone refresh my memory….doesn’t the US send a lot of money to Egypt?

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22kedric26
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 11:21am
Not sure of the relevance but the first thing that popped into my mind after hearing about the ties the administration has with Egypt, was is this man “going” to Gaza or is he being “sent”? what are the ramifications if this man is caught in the fighting there or even killed? i like to think that common sense would dictate if there is fighting going on here, maybe i shouldnt GO WHERE ITS AT! kinda thinking he is being sent for purpose of stiring up anger. hope im wrong

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wordsofwisdom
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 10:28am
Let me see if I got this right. We are giving Egypt Billions of taxpayer dollars? Egypt is supporting Hamas against Israel? We are supporting who? “The Devils Song” http://www.reverbnation.com/play_now/song_10789987
Oh I see Islam. Right?

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Snowleopard {gallery of cat folks}
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 9:23am
The world is blaming Israel for defending her people, and will not see war is coming and soon.

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underhispinions
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 9:21am
Anyone thrilled that our Presidents saying the Muslim Brotherhood is “moderate” and we send them millions of dollars a year to be “nice”?
I say we save that money for our own military,if we have a military left.

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- 22kedric26
  Posted on November 16, 2012 at 11:15am
  Not sure of the relevance but the the first thing that popped into my mind was is he “going” to Gaza or is he being “sent” to Gaza? What ramifications are there if for some reason while there, he is a casualty of war? Doesnt make sense to me no matter what nationality, association, etc what would be going through someone’s mind that they would think ” hey, there might be a war here, maybe i should go for a visit?”
  
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Master.Debater
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 8:48am
“temporary ceasing of IDF bombing of terrorist targets in Gaza during the duration of the Egyptian prime minister’s visit”

Apparently Hamas needed to move some get some key leaders or perhaps get them out of Gaza.

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- rickc34
  Posted on November 16, 2012 at 8:57am
  God will bless that nation who will bless Israel and curse that nation that curses Israel. Stop sending money the these Nations like Egypt that support terrorism. God Bless Israel and your Church here in America.
  
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louise
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 8:43am
Maybe more people will wake up when they see how funding both sides of a war is disastrous. Not just the funding, but the mindset of hedging your bets between an ally and an enemy.
America, you better pick the right side of the line to stand on. Sitting on the fence with one foot with the enemy and the other with the ally in the truth is not going to save you. Choose.

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momrules
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 8:40am
Did anyone, ANYONE, really think that the Muslim Brotherhood would tell Hamas to *Stand Down*?

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- louise
  Posted on November 16, 2012 at 9:00am
  Barry and Michelle this morning over toast eggs and coffee——
  
  Michelle, ” Honey so what are you going to do today? It is so beautiful outside.”
  Barry, “Oh not sure yet….but I like what I am reading here in the morning paper.”
  Michelle, “Like what?”
  Barry,” Remember last spring, when our friends had their Arab Spring Thingy..?”
  Michelle, ” Uhhhmm…I do recall something……”
  Barry, “Yeah. You remember…when the people stood up for hope and change and now everything is just wonderful over there..? ‘Well, now they are helping everyone else over there to stand for the same thing they have. They are having some tiny little minor difficulties with Israel, but not to worry, America has The Brutha’s backs.
  Moochelle,” Oh thank God for that.”
  Barry, “Why thank you dear. ok….enough of the trivialites. I am off to the basketball court.”
  
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- Master.Debater
  Posted on November 16, 2012 at 9:01am
  It was probably just a ploy to get key Hamas leaders out of Gaza.
  
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Gonzo
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 8:30am
The Egyptian Generals all love their American made war machines. If they thought that going to war with Israel would stop the flow of hardware from the U.S., they would oust Morsi before following orders to go up against the Israel and the U.S.. Now that Obama is re-elected, their calculations have changed. They know that they can go to war with Israel AND enjoy continued support from the U.S.. God be with you Israel.

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hempstead1944
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 8:29am
Perhaps he should visit Israel and then Hamas might stop shooting rockets there.

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momrules
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 8:28am
I had Morning Joe on all morning and never heard a word mentioned about the Israel/Gazan war. Maybe I was getting coffee while they gave their in depth discussion.

Has anyone heard any news on the MSM about the war?

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taintso
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 8:27am
Why didn’t our Muslim Brotherhood President go also, anyone seen Obama eat pork, or go to one of the many Chicago rib joints?

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1Flashlight
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 8:20am
No one wants piece until the bombs start to fall on there heads. Just like Vietnam – talk of pace was cheep until we started to bomb Hanoi!! NOW where is Hillary an all the others who in the recent past stood up for the democracy of the brotherhood?? They are the real group to blame for all this – an they not saying very much or even making any scene. Rather the same old BS. Israel has every right to defend it’s self, don’t stop the bombing – learn from Vietnam. The incent will pay the price as well. There is nothing pretty about war.

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Gonzo
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 8:17am
Time for Obama to broker a seven year peace treaty between the Muslims and Israel.

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- momrules
  Posted on November 16, 2012 at 8:29am
  Getting about that time Gonzo.
  
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- Gonzo
  Posted on November 16, 2012 at 8:42am
  I didn’t think he was smart enough to be the one. I may have misjudged him Mom.
  
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- GhostOfJefferson
  Posted on November 16, 2012 at 9:03am
  Yeah, well, what can ya’ do right?
  
  Now if you’ll excuse me, I have to hide, as the people with the marks meant for the forehead or right hand are on the prowl in the neighborhood. heh
  
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davetrav
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 8:15am
I thought Obama said the brotherhood were good guys. We’ll see.

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RepubliCorp
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 7:53am
Who cares? Twinkies has closed their door……..

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- Rothbardian_in_the_Cleve
  Posted on November 16, 2012 at 8:08am
  LOL, I saw that. I wish I could see the faces of the union dolts on the picket lines. I’d like to hear their conversations as they go home and explain what they did to their families. I also would like to know what the Obamaphone people are going to substitute for Twinkies when using their welfare cards…TastyCakes?
  
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- GhostOfJefferson
  Posted on November 16, 2012 at 9:03am
  @Roth
  
  Oh, you know what they’ll say.
  
  “Ugh, grunt, stupid greedy owners hate us. They had the money but shut down. They’re living high on the hog. Grunt grunt, ugh. Hate capitalists!”
  
  They know nothing else by envy and anger.
  
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- Zipit
  Posted on November 16, 2012 at 9:22am
  Look on the bright side guys! They can all get jobs at the Hillary2016 campaign website!!! All while Michelle Obama is chalking up another victory in the “you can’t eat that war”!!!
  
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RightUnite
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 7:48am
And this is news to whom??

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- tgillotte
  Posted on November 16, 2012 at 7:57am
  I’m sure this will be all over MSM today, right?
  
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- starman70
  Posted on November 16, 2012 at 8:47am
  And so what else is new? Birds of a feather flocking together, terrorists supporting terorists. Also, to TGILLOTE is right on the money, the Lamestream “Drive by” media will be praising the action as a great move toward “Peace”. HOGWASH (Or worse), this is nothing but a ploy by the Moslem Brotherhood to encourage Hamas to do more rocket firing and bombings in Israel.
  
  It is truly amazing that the Lamestream media, which is almost totally controlled by Jewish people are adamantly against their own homeland’s population, producing pages of print and airing “News” on TV condemning their own people and slanting everything toward the Palestinian viewpoint. Even, in some cases, fully condoning the indiscriminate rocket attacks and the murder of their fellow Jews.
  
  I’ve always wondered how the residents of New York City would respond if the residents of New Jersey started firing rockets across the Hudson into the city. Would they be told to take it laying down? Well that’s what the lamestreamers are telling the Israelis.
  
  I fully support the Israelis in their determination to eliminate the threat of terrorism against their country. Too bad that the policy of this country only encourages more attacks from the terrorists. We even send the terorists FOREIGN AID, our hard earned tax dollars. What are they thinking in Washington? Do they even think at all?
  
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AJAYW
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 7:47am
They shouldn’t stop

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Rothbardian_in_the_Cleve
Posted on November 16, 2012 at 7:46am
So a new primary target has emerged. Laser guided munition….check. Seriously Egypt. You sent a human shield. Pretty sad.

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