[Intro]
batat waghita’a!
batat waghita’a!
[Verse 1]
Bombs raining down
Women and children’s pieces
Hardly can be found
A humanitarian thesis
[Chorus]
Saddened
Flattened
Utterly destroyed
Genocide enjoyed
[Bridge]
Time for international action
In dire need of compassion
[Instrumental]
[Verse 2]
All the homes in ruins
The fools shelled the schools
War-crime shoe-ins
Need to enforce the rules
[Chorus]
Saddened
Flattened
Utterly destroyed
Genocide enjoyed
[Bridge]
Time for international action
In dire need of compassion
[Instrumental]
[Bridge]
Time for international action
In dire need of compassion
This war criminal fashion
Is in need of swift reaction
Tried on genocide
[Instrumental]
[Chorus]
Saddened
Flattened
Utterly destroyed
Genocide enjoyed
[Outro]
Time for international action
In dire need of compassion
A HISTORICAL NOTE
May 31, 2024 — Israel’s War on Gaza: Most of Jabalia Refugee Camp ‘in Ruins’
In a devastating escalation of the ongoing conflict, Israel’s 20-day military operation in the Gaza Strip has left much of the Jabalia refugee camp in ruins. The assault has resulted in the destruction of more than 1,000 homes, as confirmed by civil defense spokesman Mahmoud Basal. The extensive damage has rendered countless families homeless and exacerbated the humanitarian crisis in the region.
International condemnation of the operation has been swift and severe. Dozens of United Nations experts have called for “decisive international action” against Israel, including the imposition of sanctions and an arms embargo. These experts have specifically highlighted the assault on the southern Gaza city of Rafah, which has been widely condemned due to its severe impact on civilians.
Context and Implications
The destruction of the Jabalia refugee camp is a stark illustration of the broader humanitarian toll of the conflict. Jabalia, one of the most densely populated areas in Gaza, is home to tens of thousands of refugees who have already been displaced multiple times. The latest wave of violence has further compounded their suffering.
Calls for Accountability
The UN experts’ demand for sanctions and an arms embargo reflects growing international frustration with the lack of accountability in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. They argue that such measures are necessary to pressure Israel into complying with international law and to prevent further escalation.
Broader Impact
The destruction in Jabalia is part of a larger pattern of violence that has seen significant civilian infrastructure in Gaza damaged or destroyed. Schools, hospitals, and residential buildings have not been spared, leading to a severe humanitarian crisis characterized by shortages of food, water, and medical supplies.
International Response
The international community, including humanitarian organizations and several governments, has been vocal in its condemnation of the violence. There have been calls for immediate ceasefire negotiations and for renewed efforts towards a long-term political solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Conclusion
The flattening of the Jabalia refugee camp is a tragic chapter in the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The international community faces a critical moment to address the root causes of the violence and to take concrete steps towards peace and justice for the affected populations.