My Thoughts on the Current Situation:
I agree that the longer this conflict drags on, the more it damages Israel’s position—because civilian deaths are unacceptable in any society that calls itself democratic.
But to me, what Emmanuel Macron is doing is just another symbolic gesture—not a true act of care for people’s lives. I’ll repeat the metaphor I’ve used before because I think it perfectly captures what’s happening in the world today: a well-educated, prosperous man from the Elysian Fields, sitting in an Ivory Tower, passes judgment. He condemns from his Renaissance perch but, in truth, does nothing meaningful.
We all know that killing is wrong. That much is obvious. But if Macron, together with the UN or several other “deeply concerned” countries, were to actually send peacekeeping forces into Gaza—I would applaud them for finally doing something that matters. But of course, that would be too much work. It carries electoral risk. Troops could be killed. It’s expensive. It’s easier to say the right things than to do the right things.
Because if you send troops in, you have to commit to keeping them there for years, maybe decades. Palestinian society has been deeply wounded by a doctrine of hate. Healing will not come quickly. Terrorist cells are abundant—and will remain so—fueled by Iran and other “Death to Israel” regimes. Even russia plays its part, since every destabilization benefits them.
This is a deeply complex issue. But I believe the democratic world could find a real solution alongside Israel—because democracies don’t behead infidels. At first, Israel might reject peacekeepers, or a formal Palestinian state. But with strong guarantees, and real support in defending against hostile neighbors, a solution could emerge.
We must keep in mind the reality Israel lives with: it is surrounded—though not entirely—by deeply hostile actors. Israel cannot always make perfectly moral decisions. Sometimes, in order to defend yourself, you must kill. That’s the harsh truth of this world. Collateral damage is tragic—but sadly inevitable.
So again, if the UN were an organization with real courage, they would act—not just talk. (They can’t even remove russia from their own ranks—for fuck’s sake, what are we even talking about?)
At the same time, I recognize that Netanyahu is likely using this crisis for his own political gain. But Israel as a nation is dealing with extreme political and existential pressure.
My main thesis is simple: killing innocent people is wrong. But if you truly care about them—help them in a way that matters. Don’t just gaze out from your elegant window in the Ivory Tower. Send peacekeeping troops. Make a difference.
And I say this with full sincerity: I WANT PEACE ON EARTH. But so what? In the end, it’s just dust in the wind unless someone turns words into action. Politicians must act as if they mean it. And yes—many will be punished at the next election for doing the right thing. Because real action creates real challenges. It’s costly. It’s messy. It demands courage.
I truly don’t know what the solution is. Maybe now is the time for Israel to show some goodwill and take a step back. But the free world must then step forward—to ensure that Hamas is removed from power, and that this violent cycle doesn’t just start all over again.