Gaza: recent escalations of violence qualify the situation as genocide.

Indifference to human suffering cannot be an option. History will judge those who look the other way while the tragedy is perpetuated.

The conflict in Gaza is a topic of intense debate and controversy in the international arena, and recent escalations of violence have led many to label the situation as genocide. This term, which implies the intent to destroy in whole or in part an ethnic, national or religious group, resonates strongly in the context of the repeated military offensives and the human suffering that has been documented in the region.

Since the beginning of the conflict, Gaza has been the scene of a series of air strikes and bombings that have left thousands dead, many of them civilians. Infrastructure is in a critical condition, including hospitals, schools and homes that are devastated on a daily basis, exacerbating a humanitarian crisis that was already severe before the recent hostilities. Images of the destruction and human suffering sweep the world, provoking outrage and calls for action.

International organizations and human rights defenders have expressed concern about systematic violations of international humanitarian law. The civilian population is caught in a cycle of violence that seems to have no end. The lack of access to basic services such as water, food and medical care has led to an unprecedented humanitarian crisis.

The political discourse around the conflict tends to be polarized, with narratives that often blur the complexity of the situation. While some defend military actions as a legitimate response to the threat of terrorism, others argue that these actions constitute war crimes and a deliberate attempt to exterminate a people.

The international community faces the challenge of acting on this crisis. UN resolutions and statements by world leaders often remain empty words if they are not translated into concrete action. The pressure to find a peaceful and lasting solution is more urgent than ever, but political dynamics and geostrategic interests further complicate the picture.

This December 9th, as the world commemorates the International Day against Genocide, what is happening in Gaza is not only a regional problem, it is a moral challenge for humanity. Indifference to human suffering cannot be an option. History will judge those who look the other way while perpetuating the tragedy. It is essential that the global community unite to demand justice, protection and a sustainable solution that guarantees the rights and dignity of the people involved.

Written by Melissa Guerra.