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With the visible political and military backing of the United States, many countries and international bodies are too afraid to confront Washington and therefore avoid condemning Israel’s atrocities. Israel has taken full advantage of this climate, committing acts of barbarity that would make even history’s worst criminals pale in comparison.
By directly targeting journalists, Israel seeks to intimidate others into abandoning their mission of conveying the plight of Gaza’s people to the world. Yet journalists in Gaza have shown, through courage and self-sacrifice, that they fear neither death nor danger and will carry on with their professional and moral duty.
The work of these reporters is already having an impact internationally. Their coverage has stirred public opinion in many countries—especially those backing Israel, including European states and even the United States—against the regime’s atrocities. Widespread protests are now unfolding in these nations, condemning both their governments and their silence.
Sustained reporting on Gaza’s reality, coupled with growing public outrage, could force pro-Israel politicians and leaders to rethink their positions and back away from their passive stance on these crimes.
History offers a parallel: during the Vietnam War, the US government initially tried to stamp out voices opposing the conflict. But in the end, the American people and the anti-war movement succeeded in driving pro-war leaders out of the political arena. In Gaza’s case too, the continued efforts of journalists could turn the tide, prompting citizens in Western countries to keep up their protests and ultimately pushing governments to change course.