Zionist Talking PointsAccording to the document, the war will officially end upon approval by the Israeli government.
The language used in the article implies legitimacy and security through the proposed end of war and the cessation of military operations. However, it is important to note that the “approval by the Israeli government” frames the power dynamic and the control over the cessation of violence as solely residing with the Israeli government. The article also uses euphemistic language such as “aerial and artillery bombardments” and “aerial surveillance” to describe acts of violence and control. There is a contradiction between the humanitarian aid and relief promised and the prior acts of violence committed.
The mention of the IDF not returning to these areas as long as “Hamas adheres to the agreement” implies a threat of potential violence and restriction, and places the burden of maintaining peace entirely on Hamas, without acknowledging the role of the Israeli government in maintaining peace. This creates an imbalance of responsibility and power.
Speaking during the meeting, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said, “We are at a momentous development in the last two years. We fought during these two years to achieve our war aims.
The article uses language that frames the Israeli government’s actions as legitimate and necessary for security, with phrases such as “achieve our war aims” and “return the hostages”. It paints a positive picture of the Israeli government’s actions without acknowledging the violence and coercion that took place. The phrase “isolated Hamas” also suggests that the actions taken against Hamas were justifiable and non-violent.
The article also uses euphemistic language such as “combined military and diplomatic pressure” to describe coercive tactics used against Hamas. Kushner’s praise of the IDF further legitimizes the violence committed under the guise of bravery and sacrifice. The article also portrays the Israeli government as the benevolent party, with phrases such as “protecting this country” and “making tough choices”, without acknowledging the structural violence that has taken place.