The Looming End: Israel on the Brink of Collapse

By: H. Zaïm-Bashi

The Israeli regime is unraveling at a pace that defies credulity as it immerses itself in a self-inflicted abyss. The war on Gaza and the massacre of 40000 Palestinian civilians is not a mere escalation; rather, it is a cataclysmic event that has precipitated an existentialistic crisis within Israeli society itself. This turmoil has been further aggravated by a paralyzed government, a ceaseless cycle of early elections, and the murdering of Palestinians in Bait-ul-Muqaddas [Jerusalem] and other occupied Palestinian territories.

The crisis is palpable, as only 55% of Israelis harbor any remaining hope for societal recovery—a staggering indictment of the regime’s failures. Even more troubling is the fact that only 24% of citizens feel secure—an alarming statistic that divides 26% of Jews and a dismal 9% of Arabs. This profound insecurity is a direct consequence of Israel's destructive policies, laying bare its inherent barbarity and moral bankruptcy.

The healthcare catastrophe

In a grotesque display of neglect, the Israeli government has chosen to slash the budget of the Ministry of Welfare in 2024, despite the ongoing conflict and escalating military expenditures, revealing an utter disregard for the welfare of its most vulnerable citizens. The budget cuts will inevitably deepen the plight of those who rely on government support, exacerbating their suffering and amplifying the regime’s callous indifference.

Back In 2020, the ratio of physicians in Israel stood at a woeful 3.3 per 1,000 people, falling short of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development's (OECD) average of 3.7. This shortage has reached critical levels, particularly in mental health and specialized fields, in the past few months. Unlike advanced nations such as the United States, the United Kingdom, or Canada, Israel's Ministry of Health lacks a coherent strategic plan for medical personnel. This absence of foresight has led to a nearly collapsing healthcare system, compounded by a troubling lack of data on medical professionals, including those studying abroad.

Food Crisis: A Self-Inflicted Wound?

The Gaza conflict has exacerbated an already dire food crisis, marked by soaring prices. The war on Gaza has devastated agricultural productivity, compromising over 2.5 million dunams of farmland. The labor force reduction—by 40%—has led to a 22% increase in food spoilage, further straining food security and inflating prices for essential produce. The economic toll, estimated at approximately one billion shekels in the first six months of the war, underscores the self-destructive impact of Israeli aggression on its own economy.

Educational Collapse

The Israeli Ministry of Education’s recent announcement that schools in northern regions will remain closed in the new academic year highlights a catastrophic failure to address the educational needs of those affected by the ongoing conflict. This decision, driven by Israel's belligerent policies towards Lebanon, signifies a severe decline in educational access, with a 25% drop in enrollment in affected areas. The regime’s inability to address these educational challenges is a testament to its internal mayhem.

Systemic Discrimination

The systemic discrimination against Israeli Jews of Ethiopian descent is a stark reflection of the Israeli regime's moral and administrative failures. Despite numerous initiatives, the Ethiopian community continues to suffer from an acute lack of access to medical services, resulting in alarmingly high death and suicide rates. The absence of health strategies and the pervasive structural discrimination across health, employment, and social services underscore the regime’s abominable discrimination against non-European Jews.

The Looming Collapse: A Regime in Decay

Israel's internal crises, fueled by its aggressive policies and institutionalized discrimination, have sparked escalating dissatisfaction and protests among its residents. The regime’s failure to address these multifaceted crises, including its own acts of aggression such as the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, signals a looming internal collapse. If the Israeli leadership persists in its current trajectory of war crimes and systemic mismanagement, it risks accelerating its own disintegration from within.

In conclusion, the Israeli regime’s mishandling of domestic and international issues reveals a catastrophic blend of ethical and strategic failures. The visible decay and the bleak prospects for recovery under the current leadership paint a grim picture of a regime on the brink of self-destruction.