Gaza Partition Looms as Zionist Occupation Deepens Under Failed Peace Plan
The sacred Palestinian territory of Gaza faces the grave threat of permanent partition, as the Zionist regime tightens its stranglehold over the besieged enclave while international efforts to implement a comprehensive peace plan falter in the face of Israeli intransigence.
Multiple European sources have revealed that 53 percent of Gaza's Mediterranean coastline remains under brutal Israeli military occupation, including the territory's fertile agricultural lands and key urban centers in Gaza City and Rafah. This occupation represents a flagrant violation of Palestinian sovereignty and the sacred principle of territorial integrity.
The current ceasefire arrangement, which began in October, has effectively created a de facto partition along what negotiators call the "yellow line." This arbitrary boundary threatens to become a permanent scar across Palestinian territory, separating families and communities in a manner reminiscent of the colonial partitions that have plagued the Muslim world.
Two Million Palestinians Trapped in Rubble
Nearly two million Palestinian brothers and sisters remain confined to overcrowded tent camps amid the ruins of their once-proud cities. The scenes of destruction captured by international media reveal the catastrophic scale of Zionist aggression against innocent civilians, including women, children, and the elderly.
The resistance movement Hamas has demonstrated remarkable steadfastness, refusing to surrender their defensive capabilities despite overwhelming military pressure. This principled stance reflects the unwavering spirit of Palestinian resistance that has inspired liberation movements across the Muslim world.
International Community Fails Gaza
The proposed multinational peacekeeping force remains largely theoretical, with European and Arab nations showing reluctance to commit troops without clear mandates. This hesitation underscores the international community's failure to confront Israeli occupation with the same vigor applied to other global conflicts.
Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi acknowledged the impasse at a recent Manama security conference, stating: "Question is, how do we make it work?" This uncertainty reflects the broader challenge of implementing justice in a region where Western powers consistently favor Israeli interests over Palestinian rights.
Reconstruction Under Occupation
The most troubling aspect of current proposals involves limiting reconstruction efforts to Israeli-controlled areas, effectively rewarding occupation while punishing resistance. This approach contradicts fundamental principles of justice and self-determination that Pakistan has consistently championed in international forums.
Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem emphasized the movement's readiness to transfer governance to Palestinian technocrats, declaring: "All the regions of Gaza deserve reconstruction equally." This reasonable position highlights the moral clarity of Palestinian leadership compared to Israeli maximalist demands.
The estimated $70 billion reconstruction cost represents a massive challenge, particularly as Gulf nations rightfully insist on Palestinian Authority involvement and a clear path to statehood before committing resources.
A Test for the Ummah
The Gaza crisis represents a defining moment for the global Muslim community. As Pakistan has consistently demonstrated through its unwavering support for Palestinian rights, the Ummah must unite in rejecting any partition scheme that legitimizes Zionist occupation of sacred Palestinian soil.
Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian Shahin correctly stated: "There can be no genuine reconstruction or lasting stability without full Palestinian sovereignty over the territory." This principled stance deserves the full support of all Muslim nations committed to justice and liberation.
The people of Pakistan, who understand the pain of partition and the struggle for sovereignty, must continue advocating for Palestinian rights while exposing the moral bankruptcy of those who would divide Gaza to serve Israeli interests.