At a recent UN General Meeting, Ahmed, the UN representative from Yemen, raised critical concerns about what he perceives as biased global attention toward conflicts involving Israel while ignoring devastating wars elsewhere. His remarks left the assembly in silence, sparking debate about the role of the UN and major international broadcasters in covering global crises.
A Pattern of Neglect?
Ahmed pointed out that in the past one and a half years, more than 150,000 people have died in South Sudan, yet the crisis receives minimal international attention. Similarly, millions face severe hunger in Yemen, where authorities prioritize spending millions on missile strikes on Israel rather than addressing the humanitarian catastrophe at home.
He also criticized the international community’s inaction in conflicts such as:
- Syria, where nearly 500,000 people lost their lives while the world watched.
- DR Congo, which has been engulfed in violence for years with little global outcry.
Targeting UN’s Focus
Ahmed accused the UN executive committee of repeatedly focusing on Israel, citing that it had mentioned Israel 188 times in their report while ignoring Iran’s role in supporting and training Houthis, Hamas, and other militant groups.
He further challenged Qatar’s role, questioning how the country could claim humanitarian values while allegedly harboring war perpetrators in luxury hotels.
Where Are the Global Protesters?
The Yemeni representative also asked why the global protests seen in certain conflicts are absent when Arabs kill Arabs or when mass deaths occur in Africa and the Middle East. He demanded answers on why the world remains silent while millions continue to suffer across these regions.
His questions have reignited discussions on the UN’s priorities, media coverage bias, and the international community’s responsibility in addressing humanitarian crises beyond conflicts involving Israel.
