Two years back, Hamas was in the final stages of planning an unprecedented attack on Israel, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed the Palestinian issue as manageable and prioritized Iran instead.
Despite his strong opposition to Hamas, Netanyahu allowed Qatar to funnel funds into Gaza, which distracted from his focus on Iran and potential normalization of ties with Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, Washington, under President Biden’s administration, sought to broker a deal between Saudi Arabia and Israel.
Netanyahu has resisted calls for an inquiry into the lapses that led to Hamas’s devastating assault on October 7, 2023, marking a significant escalation in a century-long conflict over this contentious territory.
Since the onset of war, reporters have faced severe restrictions, especially after the Hamas attack, which resulted in the deaths of 1,200 Israelis, primarily civilians, and the taking of 251 hostages, with few believed to be alive today. Evidence suggests Israel has also engaged in actions that could be classified as war crimes, including the starvation of Gaza’s civilian population and indiscriminate military operations leading to mass casualties.
Accusations against Netanyahu and his former defense minister have prompted arrest warrants from the International Criminal Court. While they maintain their innocence, Israel’s harsh tactics have caused its support base to dwindle, with key allies expressing growing discontent. International condemnations intensified after an official statement highlighted the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, condemning Israel’s actions while urging compliance with international humanitarian law. The global outcry underlines the urgency for accountability and reform in humanitarian aid delivery to the region.
Source: www.bbc.com
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