The Myth of Shared Values: How Western Support for Israel Overlooks the Reality of Colonialism and Occupation
Western support for Israel has often been built on the idea that Israel, as a democracy in the Middle East, shares the same values as Western nations. This belief has shaped foreign policy and public opinion for decades. However, a closer examination reveals that these supposed “shared values” are more myth than reality. Israel’s policies toward Palestinians, particularly under the leadership of Benjamin Netanyahu, challenge the notion that Israel practices the same democratic principles and human rights standards cherished in the West.