The Orthodox Union called for action today in wake of the murder of 13 year-old Hallel Ariel:
"When violent attacks occur around the world, standard response is to state that the catalyst for the tragedy is inexplicable. Today, that is not the case at all. There is no doubt that the terrorist's action was a result of the incessant incitement against Israelis that is spread in all quarters of Palestinian society by its leadership. This incitement is from time to time criticized, but only half-heartedly and almost always paired with an "explanation" that some activity by Israel is equally at fault.
The murder of a 13-year-old in her bedroom must shock the conscience of all people of good will and put an end to this trope. It is time for international leaders to not only clearly condemn this attack, but to assign responsibility properly; cease to blame Israel for its children being murdered; and take concrete action to impose consequences upon a Palestinian leadership that enables the murder of innocents.”