The Democratic establishment back Israel. The party’s rising left does not. And its centre is wavering.
Behind the former is the force that drives the current conflict: the not-so-hidden hand of Iran – and its exported violence.
Plus: Boles was right (first time round) on Gaza. The Dambusters raid anniversary. A Tory poll lead. Plus: a man and a woman will marry in Windsor on Saturday.
The use of live ammunition is the result of decisions either made or approved by the defence minister.
Prejudice against Israelis is often a gateway to prejudice against Jews in general, as seen in the spike of anti-Semitic incidents after the 2014 Israel-Gaza conflict.
There are some risks to trade, but they should be rationalised and addressed rather than overhyped.
Defensive actions taken by the IDF have resulted in fatalities. Only when absolutely necessary and legally permitted, has force been used.