r/InternationalNews • u/ObjectiveObserver420 South Africa • Apr 24 '24

International Blinken denies US has ‘double standard’ when adjudicating alleged human rights abuses in Israel

https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/blinken-denies-us-has-double-standard-when-adjudicating-alleged-human-rights-abuses-in-israel/
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u/coreyjohn85 Apr 24 '24

The question of whether the US has double standards when adjudicating human rights abuses in Israel is a matter of perspective and debate. Critics argue that the US has a long history of shielding Israel from accountability for human rights violations, while advocating for human rights and accountability elsewhere. Some points that support this argument include:

  1. Consistently vetoing UN Security Council resolutions critical of Israel's human rights record.
  2. Providing significant military aid to Israel despite concerns about its human rights practices.
  3. Failing to condemn or investigate Israeli actions in Gaza and the West Bank, such as settlement expansion and use of force against Palestinians.
  4. Applying different standards to Israel compared to other countries in the region, like Iran or Syria, when it comes to human rights and international law.

On the other hand, proponents of US policy argue that:

  1. Israel is a strategic ally and a democracy in a volatile region, deserving of support and understanding.
  2. The US has legitimate concerns about security and terrorism in the region, which inform its policies.
  3. Israel has a robust legal system and civil society that addresses human rights concerns internally.

It's important to acknowledge the complexity of the issue and the various perspectives involved. The US government's approach to human rights in Israel has been criticized by many human rights organizations, international bodies, and some US lawmakers, who argue that it undermines the universality of human rights and international law. Ultimately, the question of double standards is a matter of ongoing debate and discussion.

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u/dewgetit Apr 24 '24

Don't know why you're downvoted. You're just presenting a fair analysis of the situation.

Just wanted to add:

  1. Israel has a robust legal system and civil society that addresses human rights concerns internally.

Only for its citizens. Palestinians are not, and are subject to military court where they have few rights.