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It's not about ignoring aid; it's about security. Hamas uses these goods to fund terrorism. Israel has a right to protect its citizens from such threats. The aid is there; it's the distribution that's chaotic thanks to Hamas.
Isn't this just creating more potential recruits for extremism?
Maybe if Hamas would stop attacking Israel, Israel wouldn't have to take such measures. It's a war zone, not a charity event. Security comes first.
That's a convenient excuse. Even if true, how does blocking all commerce help? Innocent families in Gaza are suffering, not just Hamas fighters. Collective punishment is not just illegal, it's inhumane.
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You’re right, but Hamas does not adhere to international law either. While nations may claim the moral high ground, survival often drives states to take extreme measures. Many Israelis arguably have this mindset, which they believe justifies certain actions by their government (the brutal war now occurring). This is not unique to Israel; it’s comparable to the war crimes committed by the United States during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War (Or Russia and Ukraine, Syria, Iran, etc.) However, abuses in modern conflicts tend to occur less frequently, reflecting shifts in international norms and oversight and the Israeli conflict has seen less civilian casualties than the historical norm (1:2 last time I checked). In my opinion it’s sad, but war is war.
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