Netanyahu's Campaigns Should Stop, But the Weapons Flow Continues
A new YouGov poll, reported by The Guardian, shows 57% of Australians support sanctions on Israel, mimicking those against Russia, and 69% believe the Netanyahu government's military assault on Gaza should halt. This sentiment isn't new; similar calls for accountability echo globally, yet Western governments, particularly the US, continue to provide billions in military aid and diplomatic cover.
Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has, at various times since 2002, publicly declared intentions to 'destroy' or 'diminish' Palestinian capacity, with each escalating military campaign bringing more resources, not less, from allies. We are told our leaders act in our best interests, but how many 'strong agreements' from the public does it take to shift policy when defense contractors'
stocks are soaring? It appears civilian opinion is a quaint footnote next to the quarterly earnings reports and the robust lobbying efforts that grease the wheels of perpetual conflict.