Beyond Symbolism: Rethinking Solidarity with Gaza
In this thought-provoking commentary, lecturer at George Washington University Nizar Farsakh reflects on recent attempts to break the siege on Gaza by sea—most recently a flotilla intercepted by Israeli forces near Malta. Drawing on history and hard truths, he questions the effectiveness of such symbolic gestures, pointing to Turkey’s 2010 flotilla incident and the realities that followed.
Farsakh challenges us to redirect our solidarity toward strategic action, targeting the roots of complicity and shifting focus to meaningful pressure points. With Gaza in dire need, he asks: How can we be truly effective?
Watch now to explore a bold, pragmatic perspective on what real support for Gaza could look like.
Nizar Farsakh
A Palestinian-American political analyst with extensive experience in Israel/Palestine and US policy. He served as an advisor to the last two Palestinian ambassadors to Washington D.C. (2011-2017). Before that, he advised senior Palestinian leaders and negotiators, including the president and prime minister (2003-2008). Nizar currently Lecturers at George Washington University and is active with many Arab-American advocacy groups. Nizar is frequently invited by think tanks and the media to comment on Middle East affairs.
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