Cutting Off Gaza’s Electricity: Collective Punishment or Strategic Pressure?
The decision to cut off electricity to Gaza, including power essential for desalination plants that provide clean water, is a devastating blow to over two million civilians. This action doesn’t just target Hamas —it impacts every man, woman, and child in the region, depriving them of basic human necessities like water, healthcare, and sanitation. Why should an entire population suffer for the actions of a governing authority? This isn’t just about exerting pressure; it’s about the ethics of collective punishment. Civilians who have no control over political decisions are being pushed into an even deeper humanitarian crisis. If the goal is to weaken Hamas, why are innocent people paying the price? Cutting off electricity and essential services doesn’t just strain infrastructure—it violates the basic dignity and rights of millions. It’s time to question whether such actions truly serve peace or simply perpetuate cycles of suffering and resentment.