Fragile Ceasefire: Israel Strikes Gaza, US Aid Not So Fragile
Al Jazeera's latest footage shows emergency crews (again) pulling civilians from rubble in Gaza City after new Israeli strikes. This isn't a 'threat' to a ceasefire; it is the ceasefire in action, or rather, the lack thereof. The pattern is painfully consistent: Israeli governments, regardless of who's in charge, have a documented history of escalating violence under the guise of 'retaliation' or
'security operations,' often following a supposed truce. For instance, similar incidents punctuated what was called a 'ceasefire' during Operation Protective Edge in 2014, and earlier, during the 2008-09 Gaza conflict. While media outlets delicately label these moments as 'fragile,' the only thing not fragile is the unwavering US financial and military support. Just last month, the US House passed
HR 815, providing an additional $14 billion in aid to Israel. According to OpenSecrets.org, numerous representatives who voted 'yes' on that bill, like Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX) who received $10,000 from AIPAC in 2023, consistently greenlight these packages. So, while Gazans face repeated destruction, Washington ensures the next wave of 'fragile ceasefires' is well-funded. How many times can a
'threat' materialize before it's just business as usual?