The argument often heard from supporters of Israel is that the conflict is both complex and straightforward. They present Israel as a nation acting in self-defense, surrounded by enemies. This simplification extends to various events, including invasions of neighboring countries, the construction of a wall, and the occupation of territories like the Golan Heights and the West Bank. The complexity argument, they suggest, paralyzes public opinion and action.
Yet, the conflict, as per the blog, is essentially about the right to self-determination for the Palestinian people. This right is internationally recognized, and its violation through actions such as the establishment of Israeli settlements on the West Bank and restrictions on Palestinian movement is seen as contrary to the Fourth Geneva Convention. The blog argues that the complexity narrative serves as a rhetorical tool to deflect from this straightforward issue of self-determination and international law obligations.