Army Quote by Ronald Reagan
“Israel exists; it has a right to exist in peace behind secure and defensible borders; and it has a right to demand of its neighbors that they recognize those facts. I have personally followed and supported Israel's heroic struggle for survival, ever since the founding of the State of Israel 34 years ago. In the pre-1967 borders Israel was barely 10 miles wide at its narrowest point. The bulk of Israel's population lived within artillery range of hostile Arab armies. I am not about to ask Israel to live that way again.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Nation on Israel, 1982
Israel's security and right to exist require recognized borders and neighbor cooperation.
In simple terms: Israel deserves secure borders and peace.
Key Takeaway
Support Israel's security and diplomatic efforts.
Themes
politics
security
international relations
rights
Mood
political
urgent
Type
diplomatic
advocacy
When to use this quote
- policy making
- peace negotiations
- defense planning
- public advocacy
Key Concepts
sovereignty
border security
diplomacy
self‑determination
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can promote lasting peace?
- How can neighbors recognize Israel's security needs?
A Different Perspective
Complex regional dynamics may limit simple solutions.
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