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Earlier this afternoon, heartbreaking news were announced on the media:

A 17-year-old student stabbed his teacher in a barbaric manner inside the classroom. The egregious act took place inside the « Ibn Rachiq Secondary School » in Ezzahra. The teacher was rushed into the ER and the doctors proclaimed that he was in a very critical state. He is currently undergoing surgery for the multiple severe injuries he sustained to the head, face and shoulder. As for the young perpetrator, he flew the scene after dropping the weapon, only to turn himself in later on.

The assault caused havoc and panic to reign within the students. The repugnant crime they witnessed left them in shock, the same way it appalled the public when the news broke. This case should be a wake-up call. Similar cases have been happening more frequently in the last couple of years and school violence should be considered as one of the most pressing matters of nowadays that should be looked into therefore making attempts to prevent it. Recent studies showed that violence manifests by 32% in Tunisian schools and the rate is at its highest in high schools where it reaches 54%. This rapidly escalating rate is highly alarming, and it gets us wondering who’s to blame in such cases?

The parents who may have failed to communicate positive behaviors or the unremitting abuse the children may have sustained in an environment where they were supposed to be safe, or is the bullying that they have been subject to relentlessly, or is it the flagitious images and cases of extreme violence that they are exposed to constantly throughout the news, the internet and social media, or maybe it’s no one else’s fault and the problem is routed back to psychological anguish and mental health issues that haven’t been diagnosed and treated thoroughly?

The causes are multifarious, and a single one or a combination of them may contribute into the dissemination of this vile issue.

This is a call for the parents and for the schools to provide children with unbridled care and abundant love. They also need to be on the alert to spy on any sudden change in behavior or unusual outbursts. This is also a call to authorities who need to ensure safety at schools and to take the appropriate measures to prevent such a gruesome scenario of repeating itself. The government needs to guarantee that every child is entitled to psychological evaluations and therapy sessions at schools. Such heinous crimes shall not be tolerated, and it’s about time the government invests time and effort to ascertain a safer future, safer schools and well-cared for children who would grow into rational and lucid individuals who would help make this country a better and a safer place.

 

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Trump’s plan : A diplomatic shift or a humanitarian crisis ?

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What is going on ? What is happening ? Where are we ?

Are we moving towards a world where peace is an illusion , where the rights of the oppressed are systematically ignored and where forced displacement becomes an acceptable strategy ? The latest news from the Middle East paints a grim picture. Israel has openly backed Donald Trump’s plan and ordered its military to prepare for the mass departure of Palestinians from Gaza → a move that raises pressing humanitarian , legal and geopolitical concerns.

How does this go against international law and human rights ?

The Fourth Geneva Convention’s Article 49 forbids « individual or mass forcible transfers » of protected persons from occupied territories, and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) upholds the right to freedom of movement and the right not to be arbitrarily deprived of one’s home. If carried out, the forced displacement of Palestinians would be a blatant violation of international law undermining the Palestinian people’s sovereignty and making their decades-long struggle pointless.

The decision is seen by many as part of a larger geopolitical plot to undermine Palestinian resistance , portraying it as a lost cause rather than a legitimate struggle for sovereignty and human rights and it has the potential to erase the sacrifices made by generations of Palestinians who have fought for self-determination.

What does Trump see? Is it political gain or strategic intentions ?

According to Trump , this approach is in line with his strategic goals and ideological position. His administration , which has its roots in his « America First » philosophy , has frequently supported close ties with Israel in the name of maintaining regional stability. He would contend that by dividing warring factions and eliminating conflict zones, moving Palestinians would open the door to lasting peace. Critics , however , believe that this is only a front for more fundamental political goals, such bolstering American power in the Middle East and winning over pro-Israel lobbyists before the next election.

– In addition, Trump has a history of making decisions on his own without holding meaningful diplomatic talks. Although he frames his plan as a peace initiative , its unilaterality and disdain for Palestinian opinions raise questions about whether it actually seeks to ease tensions or imposes a predetermined solution that benefits Israel and the United States.

Why did Egypt’s Sisi resist the plan ?

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi rejected any proposal that would involve the depopulation of Gaza , reaffirming Egypt’s commitment to Palestinian self-determination and territorial integrity. Egypt has historically played a crucial role in mediating Israeli-Palestinian tensions and has consistently opposed any solution that undermines Palestinian sovereignty. In a significant regional response to the Trump-backed plan , Sisi refused to meet with Trump if discussions included the exploitation of Palestinian territories.

→ This rejection demonstrates the growing uneasiness among Arab leaders who perceive Trump’s proposal as a grave danger to the stability of the region. Egypt , which is already dealing with economic difficulties and internal security issues , sees forced relocation as a trigger for additional instability that could lead to regional turmoil.

Global reactions : a divided international response Countries like France and Germany have reiterated their support for a two-state solution , warning that such a move could fuel extremism and destabilize the region. Europe and human rights organizations have strongly condemned the policy , calling it an outright violation of Palestinian sovereignty and an obstacle to peace. The wide range of reactions to the plan reflects deep global divisions.

While some U.S. politicians criticize Trump’s approach, others, especially those with strong pro-Israel affiliations , defend it as a strategic move to ensure regional stability.

Meanwhile, Arab countries remain at a crossroads, with some such as Saudi Arabia and Jordan cautiously expressing opposition to any forced displacement while others have yet to take a firm stance. The potential consequences of their decisions will have a significant impact on future diplomatic relations with Israel. On the other hand , Israel’s Western allies, especially the United States, have tried to frame the plan as a necessary security measure.

Conclusion: a precarious turning point !

Netanyahu’s support of Trump’s Gaza plan marks a dramatic change in Israeli policy with far-reaching effects on the region. Although it has the potential to change the geopolitical landscape, it is still unclear how this bold move will affect Palestinians and international relations in general. As reactions from around the world develop , it will be difficult to predict whether it will lead to a lasting peace or further entrench divisions and spark conflict. The fate of Palestine cannot be decided unilaterally and any attempt to do so runs the risk of escalating tensions rather than resolving them.

 

Written by roukaya berbeche

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