international accountability

Biden plans to use billions in seized Russian assets to fund Ukraine aid

Biden’s plan to use billions in seized Russian assets to fund Ukraine aid resonates deeply with me. It feels like a turning point in the way international conflicts—and the consequences of aggressive actions like Russia’s invasion of Ukraine—are being addressed. For too long, powerful nations have redirected the costs of war onto their citizens, while aggressors continue their actions without much repercussion. Now, using these assets for aid not only provides resources to those suffering but also sends a clear message: if you choose aggression, there will be consequences.

I appreciate the legality surrounding the situation, particularly that the money in question is the interest generated by the seized assets of Russian oligarchs.… Continue reading

Israeli settlers attack foreign activists and Palestinian farmers in West Bank | CNN

Israel, the land of religious fervor, authoritarianism, and conflict. The recent news of Israeli settlers attacking foreign activists and Palestinian farmers in the West Bank is not only alarming but also deeply troubling. The term “settlers” seems to soften the severity of their actions. These individuals are not peacefully settling; they are terrorizing innocent people, destroying olive trees, poisoning wells, and spreading fear and violence in the region.

It’s disheartening to see these violent extremists not being held accountable for their actions. The international community must take a stand against such behavior, and sanctions should be imposed on those who perpetrate such violent acts.… Continue reading