The Israeli response to the brutal October 7, 2023 Hamas killings and hostage-taking has been widely criticized by the international community. The immense numbers of civilian deaths and injuries have prompted human rights experts to condemn Israel for its defense strategy that disproportionately harms civilians. The International Court of Justice ordered Israel to prevent acts of genocide in Gaza and the International Criminal Court is seeking arrest warrants for senior Israeli and Hamas officials. Deliberate or indiscriminate attacks on civilians…
Category: Deeper Dive
Israel-Palestine Conflict: A collection of key articles published since 1989
Over the past 35 years, Medicine, Conflict & Survival (MCS) has been a platform for nearly forty pertinent articles addressing the complexities of the Palestine-Israel conflict. Recognizing the importance of preserving historical context amidst the urgency of current events, they have compiled these contributions into a curated collection. This safeguards the understanding of the conflict’s origins and evolution, and could be an invaluable resource for someone new to the topic or looking to dive deeper. The collection encompasses a diverse…
[BOOKS] on Phantom Aid
“Phantom Aid” refers to the phenomenon where foreign aid is promised but not effectively delivered, often due to corruption, mismanagement, or other systemic issues. Here are recommended books to explore the topic more: “The White Man’s Burden: Historical Origins of Racism in the United States” by Winthrop D. Jordan (1974) This seminal work offers crucial historical context on how racial perceptions have influenced foreign aid efforts, providing a foundation for understanding the complexities of aid dynamics. “Dead Aid: Why…