Israeli actions in Gaza deemed a breach of international law

February 7, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Israeli actions in Gaza deemed a breach of international law

Palestinian National Initiative Secretary-General Mustafa Barghouti has made a statement regarding the situation in Gaza.

According to reports, Barghouti stated that Palestinians in Gaza have demonstrated resilience despite facing significant challenges. He attributed this resilience to the actions of Israel, stating that it is “the failure of Israel” that has led to this outcome.

Barghouti’s comments were made during a recent event at the Al Jazeera Forum, which focused on geopolitical shifts in the Middle East.

Details of Barghouti’s statement are as follows: he stated that Palestinians have shown steadfastness in Gaza despite facing genocide. This assertion is being reported by various sources.

It is worth noting that Barghouti is the secretary-general of the Palestinian National Initiative, a position that reflects his role within the organization.

The Al Jazeera Forum event provided a platform for discussion on geopolitical shifts in the Middle East, and Barghouti’s comments were part of this conversation.

Source: Al Jazeera