A Poisoned Relationship

Historically, the United Nations and Israel have been at odds. The UN repeatedly scolds the nation for its actions, and many Israelis view the UN as weak in controlling militant groups that claim Israel has no right to exist. The relationship between the Israel and the UN can only erode more, following the Israeli bombing of the UN post in Lebanon. Israeli media have downplayed a story that attracted major headlines worldwide. Any peacekeeping force headed to the region will confront a host of problems. Israelis seek an international mission led only by the US-dominated North Atlantic Treaty Organization, while Hezbollah would prefer the UN. Even if the opponents do want peace, they don’t agree on methods. – YaleGlobal