Indrek Lepik said in the program 'Ringvaade suvel' that it is easy to critically evaluate Israel's actions in Gaza. However, this does not solve the problem. The only country that can influence Israel is the US. But the US has given responsibility to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Israel is a complex country. Their Prime Minister cannot go to every country because he has been issued an international arrest warrant. Israeli President Isaac Herzog visited Estonia on Wednesday. In Estonia and Israel, the role of the president is ceremonial. Real power lies with the Prime Minister.
Israel needs allies in Europe. The horrific images of the Gaza war are making European countries increasingly sympathetic to Palestine. However, compared to the number of casualties in Ukraine and Gaza, the difference is significant. In Ukraine, 10,000 to 20,000 civilians have died. In Gaza, more than 60,000 people have died, including Hamas fighters.
Gaza is very densely populated. War there is complicated. Hamas uses human shield tactics. In recent weeks, there has been a lot of civilian damage in Gaza, such as at food distribution points. Israeli soldiers feel threatened and open fire.
Estonia supports the two-state solution. This means an independent Palestinian state. However, Estonia does not support Hamas, which is a terrorist organization. A virtuous attitude is easy, but it does not solve the problem. It is important to find a solution that reduces human suffering.