After the attack by Hamas on 7 October, the ongoing violence has highlighted an undeniable reality: Israel can no longer argue that it is unfairly singled out for criticism. Throughout the years, it has consistently received special attention, robust support, and unwavering protection from Western nations. This was stunningly evident in the swift and unequivocal backing Israel received almost from the start of the war. The US has sent two carrier strike groups, Britain dispatched warships, and as of writing, the President of the United States is scheduled to visit Israel. The message is crystal clear: Israel is considered special.
Hence, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that Israel receives particular critical attention, surpassing that of other nations accused of violations who receive only a fraction of the coverage and support that Israel gets, if at all. The criticism Israel claims is disproportionately directed at it is, in fact, proportional to the extensive attention and support it garners from the media and its political and military allies.
At least, this argument appears to be settled.