Israel's Occupation Enters a New Era: A Permanent Reality
For decades, the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories has been framed as a temporary state of affairs, one that could be resolved through negotiations and compromise. However, according to Dr. Gershon Baskin, former hostage negotiator and Middle East Director of the International Communities Organisation, this narrative is no longer tenable.
Baskin has spent years working towards a just resolution between Israelis and Palestinians, including negotiating with Hamas for the release of hostages. His decades-long experience has given him a unique perspective on the evolution of Israel's governance in the occupied territories. What he sees today is a deepening of a permanent occupation, one that poses significant challenges to any prospect of a two-state solution.
The shift, according to Baskin, is marked by a fundamental change in Israel's approach to the Palestinian population. Gone are the days of temporary military rule and the promise of a future state. Instead, Israel is now implementing policies that amount to a permanent annexation of large swaths of territory, including East Jerusalem and the West Bank.
This is not merely a matter of geography; it has profound implications for the rights and aspirations of the Palestinian people. Baskin argues that what we are witnessing is not a continuation of a temporary occupation, but rather a deliberate and systematic consolidation of power by Israel over its occupied territories.
The consequences of this shift are far-reaching and devastating for civilians living under Israeli control. Restrictions on movement, settlement expansion, and human rights abuses have become increasingly entrenched, making it ever more difficult for Palestinians to exercise their basic rights and freedoms.
As the occupation enters a new era, Baskin's words serve as a stark reminder that time is running out for a just resolution in the Middle East. The international community must now confront the reality of Israel's permanent occupation and work towards a future where all parties can live in peace, security, and dignity.
For decades, the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories has been framed as a temporary state of affairs, one that could be resolved through negotiations and compromise. However, according to Dr. Gershon Baskin, former hostage negotiator and Middle East Director of the International Communities Organisation, this narrative is no longer tenable.
Baskin has spent years working towards a just resolution between Israelis and Palestinians, including negotiating with Hamas for the release of hostages. His decades-long experience has given him a unique perspective on the evolution of Israel's governance in the occupied territories. What he sees today is a deepening of a permanent occupation, one that poses significant challenges to any prospect of a two-state solution.
The shift, according to Baskin, is marked by a fundamental change in Israel's approach to the Palestinian population. Gone are the days of temporary military rule and the promise of a future state. Instead, Israel is now implementing policies that amount to a permanent annexation of large swaths of territory, including East Jerusalem and the West Bank.
This is not merely a matter of geography; it has profound implications for the rights and aspirations of the Palestinian people. Baskin argues that what we are witnessing is not a continuation of a temporary occupation, but rather a deliberate and systematic consolidation of power by Israel over its occupied territories.
The consequences of this shift are far-reaching and devastating for civilians living under Israeli control. Restrictions on movement, settlement expansion, and human rights abuses have become increasingly entrenched, making it ever more difficult for Palestinians to exercise their basic rights and freedoms.
As the occupation enters a new era, Baskin's words serve as a stark reminder that time is running out for a just resolution in the Middle East. The international community must now confront the reality of Israel's permanent occupation and work towards a future where all parties can live in peace, security, and dignity.
i mean, have u heard of the new eco-friendly skincare line that just dropped? it's literally made from plants & recycled materials 
anyway, back to dis israeli occupation situation... i think its so sad that its enterin a new era of permanence 
like, what's next? permanent borders? 
u can feel the vibe of desperation & urgency from dr baskin tho... we gotta keep the pressure on for a real peace agreement 
It feels like they're losing their right to self-determination with each passing day. I mean, think about it - they've been living under occupation for decades and it's not just a temporary thing anymore. Israel is basically annexing more land and it's getting harder for them to move around, settle down, or even access basic services like healthcare and education. It's heartbreaking to see civilians suffering like this... 
(just kidding kinda) but seriously, a permanent occupation is like, totally unacceptable! 
What's gonna happen 2 the Palestinians? They deserve equal rights & freedom just like any other human being! 
We need 2 do more 2 help them out & bring peace 2 the Middle East ASAP! 
this is super worrying man... i mean, it feels like we're watching a situation unfold that's just getting worse by the day... i'm not sure what to think about israel doing this annexation stuff... it seems so permanent now 
and what about the palestinians? they deserve to live their lives in peace and security too, you know? 
its all about us vs them mentality, dont get me wrong i feel for both sides, but its getting harder to see a way out of this mess 
i mean think about it if israel is just gonna annex more land whats the point of negotiations? 
maybe we need some kinda hybrid solution that works for everyone? 
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. It's like they're just treating the Palestinians like second-class citizens, and it's so unfair 
. I mean, we've got to acknowledge that Israel has some serious issues with its governance over there, and it needs to be addressed ASAP 
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The way Baskin describes it, like, Israel's just making their own rules and annexing territory left and right... it's messed up 
. what can be done to change this narrative and bring about some semblance of peace? 
The Palestinians deserve better, we need to make sure everyone has access to basic rights & freedoms! 
️. Like, imagine living under this constant shadow of fear, knowing your rights are being slowly stripped away 
. Baskin makes a point that we can't just think of it as some temporary thing anymore 
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. We need to take a closer look at this and figure out how we can get these people some justice 
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Israel just keeping taking more and more land from Palestinians and they're not even pretending to give it back anymore 
. It's like they think the occupation is gonna magically fix itself or something 
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. We need to hold them accountable and make sure the international community is paying attention because this is NOT okay 
they need our support n attention rn btw has anyone seen that docu on amazon about israelis & palestinians? it was really eye opening 
. Like, restrictions on movement and human rights abuses just got worse, not better 
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