As Israel’s bombing of Gaza intensifies, the international community is split over the escalating humanitarian crisis. Over 5,500 lives have been lost since October 7, with Israel’s use of white phosphorous bombs – labeled a war crime – drawing fierce condemnation. 🌍💥
While China and Islamic nations push for a ceasefire and a two-state solution, Western powers like the U.S. continue to fund Israel’s military operations. President Biden recently greenlit $263 billion in aid since 1946, including advanced fighter jets used in Gaza strikes. Critics argue this support fuels violence while ignoring human rights concerns. 💸✈️
\"The West champions Ukraine’s right to resist occupation but brands Palestinians as terrorists,\" notes analyst Kamal Uddin Mazumder. This double standard has sparked outrage, with many calling out selective empathy in global politics. 🤔⚖️
As hospitals and schools lie in ruins, the question remains: Why does self-defense apply to some nations but not others? The answer, say activists, lies in a broken system prioritizing geopolitics over people. 🕊️📉
