Europe’s Israel policy, the search for a unifying narrative - opinion

Europe is reportedly attempting to forge a unifying narrative for its diverse Muslim populations, a strategy that some observers believe hinges on cultivating opposition to Israel. This approach is seen as a modern echo of historical nation-building methods, such as Otto von Bismarck's unification of German states through orchestrated wars against common enemies.

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Throwing the Jewish nation under the bus in a desperate effort to save Europe.

Muslims in Europe, originating from various cultural backgrounds, face a dual collectivization: voluntary separatism and external pressures like alleged religious suppression, racism, and rising anti-Muslim violence. The theory suggests that channeling these groups through a shared stance against Israel could create a cohesive identity, distinct from European values.

This alleged European strategy is framed as a deliberate effort to "throw the Jewish nation under the bus" in a bid to stabilize the continent. The author draws a parallel to Bismarck's use of conflict to unite Germany, suggesting Europe might be using anti-Israel sentiment to unify its Muslim populations.

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Unite through a common enemy.

In contrast, the article posits that Zionism, as envisioned by Theodor Herzl, was founded on the principle of "peace through strength" and the idea that a thriving Jewish state would advance humanity. The author highlights Israel's contributions to science and medicine, while criticizing Europe's extensive efforts, including sanctions and incitement, to undermine the Jewish state. The piece suggests Europe's past success in identity engineering in the Middle East, such as the British mandate in Palestine, informs its current approach.

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Peace through strength