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Berdal Aral

Berdal Aral

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  • Opinion
    This article delves into the legal discussions surrounding the crisis unleashed by the military operation launched on October 7, 2023, in Southern Israel by Palestinian forces of the resistance based in Gaza. Israel considered this a “terrorist attack,” asserted the right of self-defense, declared war on Gazans, and started the continuous and indiscriminate bombardment of Gaza. As a result, Gaza has become the new Dresden, in which thousands have been killed and tens of thousands injured. This article is an attempt to answer the following questions to illuminate the legal issues surrounding the current crisis and the broader context of Israel’s legal status as a state and its territorial claims: Was the Palestinian offensive in Southern Israel an instance of terrorism and/or an act of aggression? Which side of the conflict can rightfully claim the right of self-defense? Did Israel commit genocide in Gaza? Do Israel’s statehood and territorial claims rest on firm legal grounds? Is it legally sensible to argue that Israel is a threat to international peace and security?
  • Foreign Policy
    How could the apathy of the international community towards the death verdicts in Egypt be interpreted? Is the decision for death sentences legitimate? Is the judiciary in Egypt independent?
  • Law and Human Rights
    What should be expected from international law in the face of the crimes committed against humanity in Syria?
  • Analysis
    It is argued in the analysis that the UN is far from playing an effective and consistent role in the globalizing international order and this is the main reason behind decreasing reliability and prestige of the UN in the eyes of the international society.