Israel faces an unprecedented crisis: the risk of becoming a pariah state. The post-attacks crisis in Gaza triggers international condemnation and questioning of government policies. Calls for a peaceful solution are intensifying.

Israel is in the midst of an unprecedented crisis that threatens to turn it into a pariah state on the international stage. The turmoil that has erupted following the attacks on October 7, which led to a devastating war in Gaza, has brought about unexpected and alarming consequences for the country's reputation and image on the world stage. Since the start of the attacks, Israel has faced harsh criticism and condemnation from the international public opinion. What initially seemed like a strong defense of its right to self-defense against Hamas' attacks has turned into a wave of outrage over the disproportionate military retaliation that has left over a million Palestinians displaced and thousands of civilians dead in Gaza. The government led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been accused of genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity in international bodies such as the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court. Even Israel's historical allies have questioned its actions and joined the voices calling for a ceasefire and a diplomatic solution to the conflict. The lack of a clear post-war strategy in Gaza has raised concerns and questions about Israel's ability to manage the crisis effectively. The refusal to present a concrete plan for the reconstruction and stabilization of the region has exposed the lack of empathy and long-term vision on the part of the Israeli government. International pressure has intensified with legal and political actions aimed at isolating Israel and forcing it to change course. Countries like South Africa have taken the case to international judicial bodies, while the UN General Assembly has called for the recognition of a Palestinian state, adding more voices to the chorus of critics demanding justice and peace in the region. Internal political division and disagreements within the Israeli war cabinet about the future of Gaza have created uncertainty and tension amid the crisis. The lack of a clear plan and the absence of consensus on the measures to be taken have further weakened Israel's position in the international community. Despite calls for a two-state solution as a path to lasting peace in the region, the current situation of conflict and distrust between Israel and the Palestinians seems to be increasingly distancing that possibility. Future generations could be affected by the open wounds and deep divisions that this war has exacerbated, posing a monumental challenge for reconciliation and coexistence in the Middle East. In the midst of this bleak scenario, the lingering question is whether Israel will manage to change the course of its policies and avoid the international isolation and condemnation that threaten to turn it into a pariah state. The responsibility lies in the hands of its leaders and in the willingness of the international community to push for a just and peaceful solution to the conflict that has torn the region apart for decades.