Colonialism, dissociation and genocide – Middle East Monitor

The article critiques the international community’s complicity in Israel’s actions in Gaza, likening current events to the early years of Zionism, where human rights violations became normalized. It highlights Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich’s declaration of intent to occupy Gaza, indicating that hostages are sacrificed for territorial gain, reflecting a colonial mindset. The narrative emphasizes the need to acknowledge the historical context of Palestinian suffering and questions how Israelis would perceive the situation without the distraction of hostages, underscoring the intertwined nature of colonialism and genocide.

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