The latest Israeli military offensive on Gaza has once again plunged the besieged Palestinian enclave into a humanitarian catastrophe. With over 400 dead and countless more feared trapped beneath the rubble, the Israeli assault marks the deadliest escalation since the January ceasefire. Strikes across northern, central and southern Gaza have left entire neighbourhoods in ruins, hospitals overwhelmed, and civilians, including children, among the dead.
Israel claims the renewed bombardment was necessary due to Hamas’s refusal to release hostages and its rejection of mediation efforts. But the question remains: can military aggression ever be a sustainable path to peace? The cycle of ceasefires and offensives has long defined Israel’s strategy in Gaza, leaving little room for diplomacy or lasting solutions. While Tel Aviv justifies its actions as self-defence, the disproportionate use of force continues to deepen Palestinian suffering, fueling further resentment and ensuring that peace remains elusive. International mediation efforts have repeatedly failed, largely due to the lack of accountability for Israel’s actions and the absence of a meaningful resolution that upholds Palestinian rights. The international community’s repeated calls for restraint have proven ineffective, exposing the double standards in global diplomacy when it comes to Palestinian lives. In light of these developments, it is imperative to reassess the efficacy of military solutions to what is fundamentally a political problem.
The international community, particularly influential actors like the US, must adopt a more balanced approach that holds all parties accountable for violations of international law. This includes condemning indiscriminate attacks on civilians, whether by state or non-state actors, and supporting mechanisms that promote accountability and justice. Without such a shift, the prospects for peace will remain elusive, and the cycle of violence will inevitably continue.
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