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I am not a politician, nor am I a public figure. I am simply an observer with an opinion, compelled to speak by the weight of recent events.
Following the tragic events at Bondi Beach in Australia and the broader rise in global tensions, I have found myself reflecting on the dark impulse that leads individuals to strike out against innocent civilians. When victims are targeted while celebrating their heritage, religion, or culture, the act transcends the definition of murder—it becomes a profound crime of hate that ripples across the globe.
In examining the history of violence against Jewish communities worldwide, it is easy to label these acts solely as the result of entrenched anti-Semitism. However, a deeper analysis reveals a recurring justification cited by many: the decades-long treatment of the Palestinian people. The blockade of Gaza, the expansion of settlements in the West Bank, and the reports of indiscriminate violence have created a reservoir of global resentment. Today, the images of destruction and humanitarian crisis in Gaza serve as a flashpoint for this anger.
While the horrific attacks of October 7th, 2023, cannot be ignored, one must ask: is it not obvious that a sustainable political solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is the only way to end the retaliatory violence we see in the USA, the UK, Europe, and Australia? The safety of communities worldwide is inextricably linked to the stability of this region.
Yet, the current diplomatic landscape is bleak. Many feel that established global powers and regional neighbors have lost the neutrality required to broker a genuine peace. Their historical involvements and political interests make them perceived as biased actors rather than honest brokers.
So, who is left to initiate a dialogue that actually lasts?
My suggestion is rooted in the philosophy that “the best person to help me, is me.” Rather than waiting for a distant superpower to impose a solution, the breakthrough must come from within. This Christmas, I propose that a new generation—unburdened by the same level of historical cynicism as their predecessors—step forward in both Israel and Palestine.
A “Next Gen” summit, led by young leaders, academics, and activists from both sides, could bypass the rigid protocols of failed diplomacy. By starting a conversation based on shared survival and future prosperity rather than past grievances, they may find the neutral ground that the rest of the world has failed to provide. It is time for those who will actually live in the future to be the ones who design it.
