In just 12 hours, Israel has once again shown its disregard for human life by bombing Beirut and assassinating the political head of Hamas. The world is in shock and outrage at these barbaric acts, yet the media seems to be more focused on praising Vice President Kamala Harris for her empathy-speak and calls for ceasefire negotiations. This raises the question, why is the media ignoring the atrocities committed by Israel and instead choosing to laud Harris for her words?
Let us first examine the events that have unfolded in the past 12 hours. Israel, in its continuous aggression towards Palestine, launched a series of airstrikes on Beirut, causing immense destruction and loss of innocent lives. This was followed by the targeted assassination of the political head of Hamas, a Palestinian resistance group fighting for the rights of their people. The timing of these attacks, just a day after the UN Security Council failed to agree on a joint statement calling for a ceasefire, shows the blatant disregard for international law and human rights by Israel.
In the face of such blatant aggression, one would expect the media to condemn these acts and hold Israel accountable. However, what we see instead is the media showering praise on Vice President Harris for her words of empathy and calls for ceasefire negotiations. While empathy and diplomacy are important, they cannot be used as a cover for the atrocities being committed by Israel. It is time for the media to stop glorifying political leaders for their words and start holding them accountable for their actions.
It is not the first time that Israel has carried out such brutal attacks on innocent civilians. The world has witnessed the continuous oppression and violence against the Palestinian people for decades. The illegal occupation of Palestinian land, the blockade of Gaza, and the constant violation of human rights have been well-documented. Yet, the media chooses to turn a blind eye to these atrocities and instead focuses on the words of politicians.
It is also important to question the timing of these attacks. Just a few weeks ago, Israel was facing international condemnation for its forced evictions of Palestinian families in Sheikh Jarrah. The world was outraged at the blatant violation of international law and the displacement of innocent families from their homes. In an attempt to divert attention from this, Israel has once again resorted to its usual tactics of aggression and violence. And sadly, the media seems to have fallen for this diversion tactic.
The media’s role is to inform and educate the public, not to glorify and justify the actions of political leaders. It is disheartening to see the media failing in its duty to hold those in power accountable. The world needs to see the truth and the reality of the situation in Palestine, not just the words of politicians.
Moreover, the media’s focus on Harris’ empathy-speak and calls for ceasefire negotiations only serves to perpetuate the false narrative of a conflict between two equal sides. This is far from the truth. Israel, with its military might and support from powerful countries, holds all the power in this conflict. The Palestinian people are fighting for their basic human rights and their right to exist on their own land. It is time for the media to stop portraying this as a conflict between two equal sides and start highlighting the oppression and violence faced by the Palestinian people.
In conclusion, the media’s lauding of Harris’ empathy-speak and appeals for ceasefire negotiations is not only misplaced, but it also perpetuates the false narrative of a conflict between two equal sides. It is time for the media to fulfill its role as the fourth estate and hold those in power accountable for their actions. The world needs to see the truth and the reality of the situation in Palestine, not just the words of politicians. It is time for the media to stand up for justice and human rights, and not be swayed by political rhetoric. The innocent lives lost in Beirut and Gaza deserve more than just words, they deserve justice.
