Wed Sep 25 04:01:00 UTC 2024: ## US-Zionist Imperialism Fuels Middle East Conflict, Warns Libertarian Institute
**A new article from The Libertarian Institute warns that the recent Hamas attack on Israel, and the subsequent Israeli retaliation, are escalating tensions in the region, potentially pushing Israel and Iran towards a war, with the US possibly becoming involved.**
The author, Oscar Grau, argues that the US’s long-standing alliance with Israel has contributed to a tolerance of violence against Palestinians, specifically referencing the ongoing conflict in Gaza. He further criticizes US involvement in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, stating that supplying weapons to Ukraine only prolongs the war and results in further bloodshed.
Grau then delves into the inherent dangers of state power, citing the state’s monopoly on violence as a primary driver of conflict. He argues that the state’s reliance on the military-industrial complex fuels an endless arms race, leading to devastating wars.
**Grau proposes a solution: the dismantling of states and the embrace of individual, private defense.** He argues that a decentralized world, where individuals are responsible for their own security, would eliminate the incentives for large-scale weapons production and the resulting mass casualties.
**He also calls for a re-evaluation of historical narratives, particularly regarding the role of the US, NATO, and Zionism in the current global conflict.** He advocates for recognizing the legitimacy of resistance movements against oppressive regimes and holding individuals accountable for their roles in wars.
**Grau concludes by calling for a collective effort to oppose the “greatest enemies of peace” – those who benefit from war and perpetuate state violence.** He believes that a more peaceful future can be achieved through decentralization, individual responsibility, and a recognition of the dangers of state power.
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