Maalot seems like an unlikely spot for a terrorist attack. when there are numerous larger towns. centers of industry and productive kibbutzim available. But Maalot was picked precisely because of the dual nature of the town. the combined government of Jews and Arabs. The terrorists wanted to cause trouble. They were taking advantage of the fact that the residents of Maalot were new immigrants who had not put down firm roots yet and were still vulnerable and easily frightened. They picked it because the surrounding land made attack easy and inviting. And they did accomplish their purpose. ArabJewish relations in Maalot were disrupted severely. and recovery of the former cooperative spirit is in serious doubt.
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New immigrants are vulnerable, easily frightened, and haven't put down firm roots.