Israel and Gaza 2

We seem to have learned a little more since Monday morning but not everything.

1. It seems clear that the principal aim of the 'peace flotilla' was publicity, not delivering aid.

2. The Israelis were clearly wrong to make the interception in international waters.

3. There is no dispute that Israel has the right to ensure that goods coming in to Gaza are not weapons.

4. The Israeli restrictions seem to include building materials, which seems harsh.

After that, the debate descends to discussion of 'proportionality': that they shouldn't have used so much force. I don't know about you, but if someone, Iceland, say, decides to invade Britain, I want the **** kicked out of them. I don't want us to send the Women's Army Band, armed only with blanks in case someone is hurt. The full caboodle, if you please.

No, what does it for me with this convoy business is the fact that it took place in international waters. I don't know if it was a cock-up by the Israelis, but these people, ghastly though they may be, have every right to protest outside Israel.