Hey fam, it's been nearly two years since those fateful events on October 7, 2023, when Hamas’ attack on Israel triggered massive retaliatory strikes on Gaza—leaving almost 70,000 lives lost and countless families torn apart. 😢
We chatted with Professor Adam Habib, vice-chancellor at London’s School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS). He didn’t hold back, calling Israel’s actions 'genocidal' and blasting the world for standing by as a politically orchestrated famine rips through Gaza.
'It is unacceptable that we have the scale of murder broadcast on television,' Habib says. 'What we have is a politically orchestrated famine.' He warns that when right-wing chauvinist politics drive policy, the scars run deep—and images of a starving, bombarded Gaza will haunt global conscience for decades to come.
For many of us scrolling through feeds in Delhi, Jakarta or Bangkok, these aren’t just headlines—they’re a call to stay informed, speak up, and push for real change. 🗣️ Whether you’re catching updates on your morning commute or sharing a solidarity post at midnight, every voice counts.
Let’s keep the convo going: What role can youth movements in South and Southeast Asia play in amplifying calls for humanitarian action? Drop your thoughts and let’s make some noise! 🌐✊
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SOAS vice chancellor on Gaza and UK politics' rightward shift
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