This chapter delves into the common statement that Israel has a right to defend itself, highlighting the underlying complexities and realities of Israel's actions as an occupying force. It examines the power dynamics between Israel and Palestine, the testing of new weapons on Gaza, and the misleading nature of Israel's perception as a victim. The chapter also questions the idea of Israel's right to exist, drawing comparisons with historical examples and discussing the implications of recognizing Israel as a Jewish state.
In this public News Brief, we breakdown the most common anti-Palestinian tropes and why they're based on sophistry, ignorance, racism, or some combination of all three.