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Marzouk: Middle East Events Reveal the Weakness of the Current International System
Unfolding Crises Expose Global Governance Failures
Senior Hamas official Mousa Abu Marzouk has stated that the ongoing events in the Middle East, particularly the Israeli aggression on Gaza, have laid bare the fragility and ineffectiveness of the current international system. According to Marzouk, the inability of global institutions to halt the violence or enforce international law demonstrates a deep-rooted imbalance in how power is exercised and justice is administered on the world stage.
He emphasized that the international community’s failure to protect civilians and uphold human rights in the face of clear violations reflects a system that is either complicit or paralyzed. Marzouk pointed out that despite widespread condemnation and calls for ceasefire, the mechanisms meant to ensure peace and accountability have proven to be largely symbolic and ineffective.
Double Standards and Selective Justice
Marzouk criticized what he described as the double standards of the international community, particularly Western powers, in dealing with conflicts in the Middle East. He argued that the selective application of international law undermines its credibility and emboldens aggressors who act with impunity.
- He noted that while some nations face sanctions and international pressure for human rights violations, others are shielded due to political alliances.
- Marzouk highlighted the lack of serious action from the United Nations and other global bodies in response to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
- He also pointed to the failure of the International Criminal Court to hold accountable those responsible for war crimes and civilian casualties.
These inconsistencies, he argued, not only erode trust in international institutions but also fuel further instability and conflict in the region.
Call for a Reformed and Just Global Order
In light of these developments, Marzouk called for a comprehensive reform of the international system to ensure that it serves all nations equally and upholds the principles of justice and human dignity. He stressed the need for a multipolar world where no single power can dominate or manipulate global decisions to serve its own interests.
He urged emerging powers and civil society organizations to play a more active role in shaping a new international order that prioritizes peace, equity, and the rule of law. According to Marzouk, only through collective action and genuine commitment to justice can the world hope to prevent future atrocities and build lasting peace in the Middle East and beyond.
Conclusion: A System in Crisis Demands Urgent Reform
The recent events in Gaza and the broader Middle East have exposed the deep flaws in the current international system. As highlighted by Mousa Abu Marzouk, the failure to protect civilians, enforce international law, and ensure accountability reveals a system that is no longer fit for purpose. The world stands at a crossroads: either continue down a path of selective justice and instability or work collectively toward a reformed global order rooted in fairness and mutual respect. The choice, as Marzouk suggests, will determine the future of international peace and security.
