Israel

The war with Iran is exacerbating the situation in the Middle East, with no prospect of security gains. Military escalation poses significant risks to stability in the region. Europe should focus strongly on de-escalation and compliance with international law.

Germany is debating Russia's war of aggression and the war in Gaza: While there is much talk about war, there is little discussion about peace. International law is now up for debate, but it is not a disruptive factor – it is an indispensable guide.

The destruction of Gaza is not only a humanitarian catastrophe, but also a violation of international law. Germany and the EU must finally leverage all the means at their disposal to stand up for human rights.

In the shadow of the war with Israel, the Iranian regime stepped up its internal repression and resorted to even more politically motivated executions. As long as there are no real political consequences for the regime, state violence through capital punishment will continue.

In order not to jeopardize a lasting peace solution in the Middle East, the EU must emancipate itself from the USA. International law should be the guiding principle here, writes Simon Ilse, Head of Office in Ramallah.

The ICC arrest warrant against Netanyahu, Galant, and Al-Masri are a stark reminder to us all that addressing past and present injustices is crucial for the future of peace and human security between and amongst Palestinians and Israelis.

On 7 October 2023, peace activist Vivian Silver was killed by Hamas in her home in Kibbutz Be'eri. Since then, her son Yonatan Zeigen has been campaigning for an end to the war in Gaza and a solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Hannah El-Hitami spoke to him.

To ensure security and well-being of all citizens in Israel and Palestine, global actors must shift from a state-centric, militarized view to a human-centric approach. And prioritizing equality and cooperation among individuals and communities for lasting peace.