A Health Ministry report is set to be presented to the United Nations detailing heinous acts of abuse endured by Israeli hostages held by Hamas. Will this latest report finally make the UN rethink its relentless and baseless accusations of genocide against Israel? That’s what I—and many others—are wondering as the vile and repugnant actions of Hamas are vividly exposed. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has boldly labeled the UN’s behavior as antisemitic, and frankly, it’s tough to argue against that when the UN consistently demonizes Israel.
Meanwhile, undeniable evidence presents a chilling picture of Hamas’s barbaric treatment of hostages. How can the UN justify its skewed portrayal of Israel as the aggressor when faced with such harrowing truths? This stark disconnect only underscores the deep-seated bias at the heart of the UN, revealing an institution that seems more committed to a political agenda than to justice or truth.
This comprehensive documentation includes testimonies from individuals—some tragically young—who were not only held captive but subjected to unspeakable acts of cruelty, including sexual abuse and forced acts between minors. The hostages were also physically tormented: burned, beaten, starved, and subjected to psychological torment designed to break their spirits. Children and adults alike bore the physical scars of bindings and beatings, with some hostages detailing how they were branded with hot irons.
While such detailed evidence of Hamas’ barbarity should be a clarion call for international condemnation and action, skepticism remains about the UN’s willingness to change its often critical stance towards Israel. Past patterns suggest that even with such vivid proof of Hamas’ atrocities, there might be little shift in the discourse at the UN, which has seen accusations of a biased approach towards Israel and an underestimation of the threats it faces.
The international community’s response to these revelations will be a test of its integrity and commitment to human rights. The expectation, however, is guarded. The UN has historically shown reluctance to harshly condemn Hamas, despite clear evidence of its terror tactics not only against Israel but against its own people. In reality, the UN has often ended up enabling Hamas more than hindering them. The hypocrisy is glaring.
Amid these unsettling truths, we must also remember the hostages who continue to endure unimaginable horrors under Hamas. The atrocities outlined in the recent report are gut-wrenching yet critical to confront. We must face the stark reality that Hamas are not the champions of human rights some in the UN might have you believe. They are, in fact, the exact opposite. To anyone under the illusion that standing with Hamas is standing for human rights, let me be clear: it’s an utterly backward notion. Looking ahead to 2025, one can only hope for a shift in perception where Hamas is recognized universally for what it truly is—a terrorist organization—and that the hostages finally see justice and are safely returned home.
