KARACHI:
The recent escalation of tensions in the Middle East, particularly with the ongoing conflict in Gaza, indicates that meaningful international intervention has become necessary. Palestine has suffered greatly, with mounting civilian casualties making headlines every day. However, calls for peace seem hollow without tangible efforts by the international community to broker a lasting resolution.
Unfortunately, the major players — be it the US, Russia, or European nations — appear reluctant to take decisive action. Their inconsistent positions and occasional vetoes at the UN have stymied peace efforts. The result is a volatile region destabilised by violence and suffering. It is perhaps time for a fresh approach, one that involves not just temporary ceasefires but long-term agreements that prioritise human rights and sovereignty for the Palestinians. The global community must exert diplomatic pressure and ensure that Israel stops its tirade of bombardments because both parties sit at the negotiating table. If not addressed soon, this conflict will continue to spill over, destabilising not only the Middle East but potentially other regions too.
For the sake of peace and humanity, international leaders should move beyond political expediency and work sincerely towards a sustainable solution. Only through genuine efforts can we hope to end the cycles of violence that have plagued the region for generations.
Yasir Saleem
Rawalpindi
