>>5139455 (LB)
The issue of Israel is highly complex.
On one side:
-They are technically an ally
-Function with many of the same values as western countries
-Freedom of religion is practiced
The other side:
-They are politically corrupted (much like every other western country
-They engage in espionage against allies (much like america)
-They are ruthless in prioritizing themselves over any other
As a Christian:
-The rebirth of Israel was prophesied in the bible, and came to pass exactly as predicted
-Israel plays a very important role in "end times" theology
-The bible states that God will bless those that bless the line of Abraham, and curse those that curse them. Many take that to mean the state of Israel itself, which I do not necessarily agree with.