Egyptian politician and diplomat Hani Al-Mulki, former Prime Minister of Jordan, has stated that the Israeli narrative remains the same despite changes in government leadership. In an interview with "Al-Qahera Al-Ikhbariya", Al-Mulki explained that the difference between leaders such as Benjamin Netanyahu and Yair Lapid lies in the implementation of the narrative, not its core. He emphasized that understanding the Israeli trajectory requires reading history, citing events like the Deir Yassin massacre and the 1948 occupation of Palestine.
Al-Mulki highlighted a series of events that demonstrate the Israeli narrative's consistency, including the Qibya massacre, the Qana massacre, and other crimes committed in Palestinian villages. He noted that these events, including the killing of worshippers in Hebron, culminated in the October 7th events and subsequent war that resulted in 70,000 deaths, including 20,000 children. Al-Mulki stressed that the difference between these past events and the current situation in Gaza lies in the global reaction, with the Gaza conflict sparking a global outcry.
The former Prime Minister of Jordan pointed out that while the world was largely unaware of past massacres, such as Deir Yassin, which was known to only 20 people, and Qibya, which was known to 40 people, the Gaza conflict has sparked a global response. He attributed this to the widespread media coverage and public outcry, which has led to a global awakening to the Palestinian plight. Al-Mulki emphasized that the Israeli narrative remains consistent, but the pace of implementation varies between leaders.
Al-Mulki warned against relying on the outcome of future Israeli elections to achieve Arab interests, stating that Israeli voters choose their leaders based on internal interests and calculations, not Arab aspirations. He stressed that building Arab self-defense capabilities is crucial to ending what he described as Israeli brutality. Al-Mulki also expressed concerns about the risks of Palestinian displacement, questioning whether plans for displacement are limited to Egypt, Jordan, or extend to other countries.
The Egyptian politician and diplomat emphasized that the world now recognizes Israel as the aggressor and the Palestinian people as the oppressed and steadfast. He highlighted the importance of understanding the historical context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, citing the 1948 occupation of Palestine and subsequent events. Al-Mulki's comments come as the conflict in Gaza continues to escalate, with rising casualties and a growing humanitarian crisis.
Al-Mulki's interview was part of the "Al-Jalsa Al-Siriya" program on "Al-Qahera Al-Ikhbariya", where he discussed the Israeli narrative and its implications for the region. He emphasized that the Arab world must focus on building its own capabilities to defend itself, rather than relying on external actors. Al-Mulki's statements reflect his long-standing concerns about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its impact on regional stability.
The conflict in Gaza has resulted in significant human suffering, with 70,000 deaths, including 20,000 children. Al-Mulki's comments highlight the need for a comprehensive understanding of the Israeli narrative and its implications for the region. As the conflict continues to escalate, Al-Mulki's statements serve as a reminder of the importance of building Arab self-defense capabilities and promoting a peaceful resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Key points
- Hani Al-Mulki says Israeli narrative remains consistent despite leadership changes.
