Conflict in Gaza: Benjamin Netanyahu expresses anger towards New Zealand's Prime Minister, launching a criticized verbal attack
In the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's hardline policy is facing increased international scrutiny and criticism. The Israeli army has approved military operations that Netanyahu plans, but his approach, which involves limiting international aid to pressure Hamas, has worsened the civilian conditions and sparked widespread humanitarian concern [1].
New Zealand's Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon, has criticized Netanyahu, describing the situation in the Palestinian territories as "appalling" [2]. Luxon, along with other world leaders, is concerned about the severe humanitarian crisis that has led to famine conditions and immense civilian suffering in Gaza [1].
The international pressure against Netanyahu is not limited to Luxon. Allies, including former U.S. President Trump, have openly criticized Netanyahu’s stance on aid and hinted at unilateral actions to ease Gaza’s humanitarian plight [1]. European and Arab leaders are using diplomatic pressure, threatening recognition of an independent State of Palestine to push Netanyahu toward easing the blockade and reconsidering war objectives [1].
Netanyahu's coalition partners resist altering Israel's goals, reflecting internal political divisions but fueling international demands for a different strategy [1]. Despite the military experts' assessments that Hamas's governing capacity has been effectively dismantled, Netanyahu's government insists on continuing its maximalist war aims [2].
Recently, Netanyahu tried to justify a plan for the "reconquest" of Gaza on August 10 [3]. This plan, if executed, would involve massive displacement of civilians and further fuel global scrutiny and opposition. The Israeli army announced this approval in a statement released on Wednesday [3].
In response to the ongoing crisis, France announced that it would take the step of recognizing Palestine in September [3]. New Zealand decided to begin reflecting on the recognition of Palestine on Monday, August 10 [2]. Winston Peters, New Zealand's foreign minister, intends to evaluate the question of the recognition of the State of Palestine [2].
Australia, Canada, and twelve other Western countries have called on other countries to join them in reflecting on the recognition of Palestine [2]. Winston Peters indicated that a decision would be announced at the UN in September, citing the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza [2].
Christopher Luxon has stated that Netanyahu is not listening to the international community, which he finds unacceptable [2]. The population of Gaza is currently devastated by famine, and the international community is urging Netanyahu to reconsider his approach and work towards a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
References:
[1] Al Jazeera. (2021, August 10). Israel's Gaza blockade: The humanitarian crisis worsens. Retrieved from https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2021/8/10/israel-s-gaza-blockade-the-humanitarian-crisis-worsens
[2] The Guardian. (2021, August 10). New Zealand to consider recognising Palestine as Israel faces international pressure. Retrieved from https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/aug/10/new-zealand-to-consider-recognising-palestine-as-israel-faces-international-pressure
[3] Reuters. (2021, August 10). France to recognize Palestine as a state in September - diplomatic source. Retrieved from https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/france-recognise-palestine-state-september-diplomatic-source-2021-08-10/
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