Agonizing contradictions in global approaches to Palestine, Ukraine crises
By Mohammad Mahdi Mohammadi
Researcher
International Day of Peace, observed annually on September 21, is an opportunity to reflect on the global community’s commitment to maintaining peace and tranquility. However, in recent years, more fundamental contradictions have emerged in the behaviors of international peace organizations and European countries regarding various crises, particularly in Palestine and Ukraine. These contradictions are evident not only in political rhetoric but also in their practical actions.
While the crisis in Ukraine has faced immediate and extensive reactions as a full-scale war in Europe, the Palestinian crisis has received notably less attention. European countries issued strong statements and sanctions against Russia, expressing solidarity with Ukraine, while their responses to the repeated attacks on Palestinians have been considerably muted. This duality in addressing crises raises questions and highlights a form of bias in global peace priorities.
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