Photos and videos circulating on social media over the past few days show Palestinian men and boys being stripped, lined up, and taken away in trucks by the Israeli army. Israel claims that these individuals are suspected Hamas fighters rounded up in northern Gaza. However, upon closer examination, it becomes clear that the video was staged. Israeli soldiers would not wait to strip and line up everyone if they had discovered an armed fighter. Media reports have revealed that the Israeli army forcibly took these individuals after separating them from their families in United Nations-run schools in northern Gaza. Some of the detained men have been identified as UN workers, aid workers, and even a journalist. The video with the gun appears to be another attempt by the Israeli army to cover up its actions before Western audiences.
The release of these images and footage aims to demoralize Palestinians and boost the morale of the Israeli public. It reflects the ideology of occupation, where Palestinians are seen as a people to be subdued and dominated. There are growing reports that the Israeli army is systematically separating Palestinian boys and men from their families, dragging them away to unknown locations. Those who have been released have described torture and beatings by Israeli soldiers. The fate of many remains unknown, but given previous deaths and reports of widespread torture, there is a high chance they will face further abuse.
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The publication of these humiliating images violates the Geneva Convention, which prohibits cruel treatment, torture, and degrading treatment. The images and videos have caused global outrage and drawn comparisons to other instances of abuse and torture. Even retired Israeli Brigadier-General Shlomo Brom has criticized the publication of the images as humiliating.
The Israeli army released these images to boost morale in Israel and wage a psychological war against Hamas. This systematic humiliation of Palestinians is not new and has been seen throughout the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Digital technology has helped these acts of humiliation go viral, amplifying the victims’ suffering. The publication of these photos and videos not only documents the act of humiliation but also serves as an act of humiliation itself. It further dehumanizes Palestinians in front of the Israeli public and the rest of the world.
In conclusion, the release of these images and videos aims to demoralize Palestinians, boost Israeli morale, and dehumanize Palestinians in front of a global audience. These actions violate the Geneva Convention and reflect the ongoing abuse and humiliation faced by Palestinians in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
