Stop the hollow indignation: Support the oppressed in their fight for freedom

The international community, led by France and others, seems to have rediscovered the horrors of war as if they were shocking new revelations.

Once again, the media is flooded with calls for a ceasefire and expressions of outrage, as if condemning the inevitable could somehow prevent the suffering that has already begun. Yet, no matter how sincere these calls may be, they remain empty gestures that do not address the root of the problem.

The truth is that war, as tragic as it is, has been an inherent part of human history—a tool for settling disputes, exerting power, and, at times, imposing ideology. 

Today, the arc of terrorism that stretches from Iran, through Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, and Yemen cannot be ignored. 

These are not isolated conflicts; they are interconnected struggles that share a dangerous goal: the destruction of Israel. 

The threat posed by these terror regimes must be stopped because, whether we like it or not, war has become unavoidable.

Instead of simply standing in opposition to this inevitable conflict, the international community should focus on something far more critical: supporting oppressed peoples in their fight for freedom. 

Palestinians, Syrians, Iranians, Lebanese, and others have long been trapped under oppressive regimes, radical groups, and foreign interference. 

True justice and peace cannot come from half-hearted condemnations or temporary truces; they require action, courage, and solidarity.

For decades, the region has been treated as a geopolitical chessboard, where both Western and Middle Eastern powers have pursued their own interests at the expense of the people. 

A complex web of alliances, covert operations, and self-serving strategies has systematically denied justice and freedom to millions. While these international powers often claim to act in the name of peace, their strategies have only perpetuated instability, prioritizing short-term gains over meaningful solutions.

What we see today is not the result of one aggressor or one victim. It is the outcome of years of manipulation, failed diplomacy, and selfish politics. 

Yet, as the world rushes to assign blame, there is a tendency to focus narrowly on one actor—often Israel—without considering the broader context. 

Yes, Israel has played a significant role in this conflict, and its actions warrant scrutiny. But it is equally misleading and dangerous to ignore the many other players—both local and global—who have shaped this volatile reality.

Moreover, the very existence of Israel cannot be up for debate.

Regardless of where one stands on its policies, the state of Israel is a reality that cannot and should not be toppled.

The ideology of these terror regimes, such as Hamas, Hezbollah, and their Iranian backers, includes the annihilation of Israel as part of their so-called struggle for justice.

But true justice does not lie in destruction. Israel’s existence is a fact, and we must live with that. Instead of fueling these destructive ambitions, the international community should focus on supporting Palestinians in their quest to build a state of their own, free from the grip of terror groups that exploit their suffering.

This war against Hamas, Hezbollah, Iran, and their proxies is unavoidable because diplomacy has failed to halt the cycle of violence.

While a truce may save lives in the short term, it would only allow these regimes to thrive for another decade, ensuring that the people of the region remain trapped under the shadow of terror, without prospects for justice or dignity. Allowing these forces to persist unchecked will condemn future generations to the same fate of oppression and insecurity.

We could, of course, remain in this familiar cycle—searching for perpetrators, assigning blame, and chasing an elusive notion of perfect justice.

But there is another path: we can collectively acknowledge our respective responsibilities and move forward.

The international community, instead of playing the blame game, must stop fooling itself and recognize that we are all trapped in the moving sands of a failed strategy. Rather than continuing this cycle of self-defeating diplomacy, we must focus on working together toward a more just and equitable future for everyone.

True peace will not come from temporary ceasefires or diplomatic half-measures. It will come when we commit to supporting those who have been oppressed—by authoritarian regimes, extremist groups, and foreign interventions—in their struggle for freedom and self-determination

That means advocating for diplomatic solutions that prioritize human rights, providing meaningful aid, and supporting grassroots movements that seek real change. 

It means acknowledging that the elimination of Israel is not the answer and that helping Palestinians build their own nation is a critical part of the solution.

If the international community is serious about ending the suffering in this region, it must go beyond reacting to violence with shock and condemnation. It must work toward the real goal: freedom and justice for those who have been denied it for far too long.