] "We fly a U.S. flag today to show our support to all ] American peace lovers, those like Rachel," said ] Palestinian farmer Hassan Abu Toa'ma, 24. ] ] It was a rare change of pace for Rafah, where American ] flags have more often been burned than held in reverence ] since the Intifada began in September 2000. The sheer topsy-turvy mix of nationalities on this story touched me. Palestinians offering sympathy to Americans? A Hebrew news source reporting the Palestinian situation with sympathy? Perhaps this girl's tragic death can bring all sides together, for a brief time at least. Ha'aretz (Hebrew News): Gazans Mourn American Protester Killed by IDF Bulldozer |