Gaza war: A political conflict, not a security issue

The besieged Gaza enclave of the occupied State of Palestine is once again facing destruction. On March 18, 2025, Israel launched a surprise attack, ending a two-month cease-fire. The operation, called “Operation Might and Sword”, killed more than 710 civilians in just two days, most of them women and children. Along with heavy bombing, Israel has blocked essential supplies—food, water, medicine, and electricity—leaving Gaza’s innocent people struggling to survive.

Even though Hamas had agreed to the cease-fire, Israel refused to follow the deal and instead increased its attacks. During the cease-fire, Israeli forces killed over 140 Palestinians and restricted aid. The United Nations, Amnesty International, and other human rights groups have called these actions war crimes and even genocide because civilians are deliberately being starved.

Netanyahu’s political game and cease-fire breakdown

This new war is not just about security. It is directly tied to Israeli politics. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing mass protests and corruption charges. By restarting the war, he has gained support from Israel’s far-right politicians. The return of Itamar Ben-Gvir to his government—just hours after the attacks—shows that the war is being used to protect Netanyahu’s political future.

The timing of the attack raises further questions. Netanyahu was supposed to testify in his corruption trial on March 18, the very day Israel began bombing the tiny Gaza. Many believe this was not a coincidence and that the war is a distraction from his legal troubles.

At the same time, many Israelis are protesting against Netanyahu. They accuse him of sacrificing innocent Palestinian civilians and Israeli hostages for his own gain. Even some exceptional members of the Israeli army are refusing to fight, showing how divided Israeli society has become.

World continues condemning yet no one takes action

As usual, the world has reacted with strong words but no action. Countries like France, Germany, Türkiye and Ireland have criticized Israel’s reckless behavior, while the United Nations and European Union have warned of serious consequences. Yet, the United States still supports Israel, ignoring its violations of international law. The Trump administration insists that Hamas is to blame, even though Israel was the one that broke the cease-fire.

Some U.S. officials and analysts say that Netanyahu never planned to follow the cease-fire agreement. His government’s actions—including the blockade of aid, the destruction of homes and hospitals, and the restriction of food and water—show that this war is not just about Hamas, but about making Gaza unlivable.

This is not about defense; it is a political move that puts Netanyahu above innocent human lives. While the world watches, the besieged Gaza is being destroyed, and international law is being ignored. If world leaders remain silent, they will not only allow war crimes but also set a dangerous example for future conflicts in the occupied State of Palestine.