There is a purported inconsistency between what they are saying to or about Israel and the manner in which they are acting toward the country. If they are really objecting to what it is doing, why are they continuing to provide Israel arms? If the world really wants Israel to respect boundaries, why is it refraining from setting those boundaries? After all, without the support of Europe and the United States, the continuation of the occupation would not be possible.

The dual illusion between the verbal “no” and the deeds that say “yes” feeds the false Israeli self-image that enables Israel to continue to pursue its violent policy and at the same time continue to describe itself as a moral power.