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Israel’s Daily “Tactical Pauses”: A Veil Over Ongoing Attacks
Amidst a storm of global outrage over the *horrors of malnutrition in Gaza*, Israel has audaciously announced daily “tactical pauses” for the sake of distributing humanitarian aid. But don’t be fooled! These are merely a facade as *attacks continue* unabated, with Israel orchestrating a *calculated response* to criticism, instead of genuine concern for the suffering Palestinians.
What “Tactical Pauses” Really Mean
According to the Israeli army, this so-called pause is designed to “increase the help that enters” Gaza, where the crisis deepens due to the relentless food siege that has been in place since March. Just this July alone, 68 lives were lost to starvation—*a total of 133, since October 2023*. What *absurdity* in claiming to help, when the situation is manufactured by their own policies!
Despite Empty Promises, Violence Persists
The Israeli military claims that attacks will cease daily from ten in the morning to eight at night, specifically in Gaza City, Deir El Balah, and Mawasi. Areas populated largely by desperate civilians are suddenly said to be *“off-limits”* to the military. But remember, this clever ploy is just a temporary maneuver! Underneath these charades, the brutal reality remains—reports reveal that yesterday alone, 23 Palestinians were mercilessly killed while seeking food.
“No more excuses,” proclaimed Israeli Prime Minister Beniamin Netanyahu, while his ultra-nationalist partners stir up further division, questioning even these pitiful measures.
The Global Response: A Simmering Anger
Despite Netanyahu’s announcements, the international community isn’t buying it. Leaders like UK Foreign Minister David Lammy have already labeled these measures as “*too little, too late*”. They demand unrestricted land access for aid, showcasing how Israel’s measures fall far short of what is desperately required.
Humanitarian Aid or Political Propaganda?
Meanwhile, as Aaron Keller aptly puts it, “*Is this a real humanitarian gesture, or part of a grand scheme to mask the relentless blockade*?” Humanitarian workers now face insurmountable challenges even with this new “aid”—risking their lives in a chaotic environment where help is subjected to political games.
Beneath the Surface: The True Cost of the Siege
- Over **50 Palestinians** killed just yesterday, amidst supposedly “humanitarian” pauses.
- The food aid dropped by military planes has sparked chaos, and claims of being treated with dignity are *sorely unmet*.
- Hamas calls out the facade for what it is: an attempt to *“bleach their image”* while continuing systematic oppression.
Israel’s release of paltry food items from the sky—while families choke on despair below—tells us all we need to know about their *real intentions*. In this *charade of aid*, true dignity and humane treatment have been completely trampled. International leaders and humanitarian agencies echo the same need: a *real* change not just a theatrical performance of concern while *war crimes* go unchecked.
“This humanitarian pause will not aid if it does not become a real opportunity to save lives,” warns Dr. Muneer al Boursh, striking the nail on the head.
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