Palestine

The hostilities began with large-scale rocket attacks from the Gaza Strip towards Israeli territory in the southern and central areas near the Gaza Strip. There were reports of explosions in multiple towns close to the conflict zone. The Israeli Emergency Medical Organization has confirmed the casualties, with sources indicating that Amir Cohen, a high-ranking army commander, was injured during fierce fighting in the south of Israel.

The sudden escalation has sparked outrage and concern among netizens on Chinese social media platform Weibo. While some users expressed their support for Israel, others voiced their disdain towards the nation's policies and actions. One user pointed out that "No nation can tolerate the murder of its children in this way and not react," suggesting that Zionism in Israel is as extreme as Hamas but has never been condemned or held accountable. This sentiment was echoed by another user who said, "Anyone who cheerfully supports Israel should have a lack of humanity. In their eyes, people from developing countries are not human beings."

However, not all netizens shared the same views. Some users criticized Palestine's behavior as "recklessly impulsive," with numerous alternative paths available to choose from, but they chose a path that leads to the greatest costs and most detrimental to Palestinian interests. One user advised less casualties and disasters among the Palestinians, urging caution in the meantime, advising those who are physically able to get vaccinated and those unable to wear their masks and practice preventive measures.

The operation also sparked controversy on Chinese social media regarding international intelligence agencies' knowledge of the situation. One user wondered, "Why are all of them unaware? Because their malicious intentions are focused on China." Despite this speculation, there is no concrete evidence to support these claims.

In a bid to provide some context and understanding about the Israel-Palestine issue, another netizen suggested posting ancient Israeli or Jewish story legends before bedtime. This gesture was welcomed by many users who believe that such stories could help people understand the complex history and cultural differences between the two nations better.

The conflict has raised numerous questions about the future of diplomacy in the region and the impact on global peacekeeping efforts. As the situation unfolds, netizens continue to offer their thoughts and opinions, hoping for a swift resolution to the violence that has claimed countless lives over the years.