By Phalapoem editor, 24/12/2024
Israeli apartheid cannot continue to exist and must be dismantled as a matter of urgency. Its very foundation is built on a system of abhorrent racism and a genocidal approach toward the indigenous Palestinian people. This structure of oppression has enabled the illegal occupation and theft of Palestinian land for decades, and it is long overdue for the international community to take meaningful action to end these injustices.
The Need for Immediate Action
The illegal occupation of Palestine and the associated crimes against its people must be addressed without delay. The international community must:
1. Stop Arming Israel: Cease all military aid and arms sales to Israel that fuel violence and perpetuate the oppression of Palestinians.
2. End the Genocide and Suffering: Demand an immediate halt to the ongoing atrocities against Palestinian civilians.
3. Dismantle Checkpoints and the Separation Wall: Destroy the illegal and racist checkpoints and the separation wall that segregate and oppress Palestinians.
4. Protect the Vulnerable: Ensure that the human rights of all vulnerable citizens in the region are safeguarded.
Building a Future of Equality
To achieve lasting peace and justice, a comprehensive solution is necessary. I believe in a one-state solution, where every individual, regardless of their skin color or ethnic background, has equal rights and opportunities.
A new constitution must be created, establishing a secular and democratic state that guarantees freedom, equality, and justice for all. Religion should not play a role in governance, ensuring that no group holds undue power or privilege.
Rights and Reconciliation
The new state must prioritize the rights of Palestinians who have suffered displacement and oppression for more than seven decades. Key steps include:
• The Right of Return: Palestinians in the diaspora must be given priority and the right to return to their homeland before any consideration is given to other ethnic groups.
• Restoration of Land and Rights: Palestinians must be compensated for their lost land and denied rights, ensuring justice for generations of suffering.
A Just and Equal Society
No one has the right to justify violence or oppression in the name of self-defense if it involves the slaughter of innocent people. No life is inherently more valuable than another. Jews are not superior to Palestinians, and Palestinians are not superior to Jews. Equality must be the cornerstone of the new state.
The name of this new country and its leadership are secondary to the critical need for justice, dignity, and human rights for all. What matters is that the rights of Palestinians are fully restored, and a new chapter of coexistence begins, free from the chains of apartheid and occupation.
A Call to the World
The international community must act with courage and resolve to end this injustice. Silence and inaction only perpetuate the suffering of millions. Together, we can dismantle Israeli apartheid, end the occupation of Palestine, and build a future based on equality, justice, and peace for all who call this land home.