Israeli Protesters Block Gaza Aid, Echoing US Policy
When Israeli protesters cite 'occupation, expulsion and colonisation' as reasons to block aid to Gaza, one might wonder if they're reading directly from their government's playbook. This isn't an isolated incident; there’s a consistent pattern. Since October 7th, Israel's own government has repeatedly restricted aid into the besieged territory, leading UN officials to warn of famine. Yet, the same
politicians who support these blockades often fund campaigns of US congressmen. For instance, Senator Tim Scott, who recently voted to send more unconditional aid to Israel, received $58,350 from AIPAC in 2022 alone ( OpenSecrets.org ). So, is this a grassroots protest, or rather a vocal wing reflecting official policy? The US, a steadfast ally, has yet to condemn these blocks with the same fervor
it condemns alleged ceasefire violations. It seems the 'rules-based order' has highly situational enforcement, especially when strategically convenient for its partners. One might conclude that some civilian populations just aren't as deserving of basic sustenance.