Originally posted by off2cjb: [b]The conflict in the Middle East is over land, not religion. Not every Israeli is Jewish, and not everyone from Palestine is a Muslim. It is over land, and land only. You can put any twist you want it, religion included, but it is still land.
Who the hell would want the Gaza Strip and the West Bank ? It's a strip of dirt the size of Rhode Island. No one fights over dirt unless it has oil under it, or has religious significance.[/b]
It had strategic importance for the Israel, as it open walk nearly to the heart of country. Hence they didnt want to give it up. Now its nearly worthless - thats why Sharon speaking about giving it up.
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