Let us for a moment put aside our sympathies with what happened to Israelis and is happening to Palestinians after the start of the October War of 2023. Let us just marvel at it.
What is now happening before our eyes to Palestinians as they are dehumanised, massacred and, if Israel were to fully have its way, also ethnically cleansed, is fascinating. Yet again, in our modern generations and self-proclaimed democracies, we get an idea of what it meant to be a German under the Nazi Regime of 1933 to 1945.
Like the Germans of the Nazi Era, throughout the Western World many do not just see, they permit. They did so for Iraq and Afghanistan, now they do so for Palestine. And like the Germans of the Nazi Era, many do so because they have been led to believe it is right.
A day must come when those who permit and condone will realise the horror of where they are. They have been ensnared, tangled in a web of lies, misinformation, and in many cases openly expressed hatred and dehumanisation, yet made to see themselves as free, compassionate, moral, and upright.
But waiting for this realization will not do. We must act. We must engage in conversations that challenge beliefs, whilst also seeking understanding and empathy even in the face of deeply rooted conflicts. Support organizations promoting peace, dialogue, and humanitarian aid in the region. Educate others about the historical context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, fostering awareness and empathy.
Support media outlets that provide balanced perspectives, encouraging informed discussions. Embrace diversity and reject stereotypes, fostering an environment where dialogue can thrive.
People can break from the web of disinformation, and only then can they truly be the champions of freedom and justice they believe themselves to be.