"Netanyahu is Amalek" - Rabbi Elhanan Beck Amalek is a biblical nation depicted as an arch-enemy of ancient Israel, representing irrational, persistent, and unprovoked hostility toward the Israelites. In the Bible, they are known for attacking the weak and vulnerable after the exodus from Egypt. It's scary to say the least. The Rabbi also claimed that if necessary, Israel would use nuclear weapons and that “no price is too high,” even suggesting they would kill millions to secure their goals. This remark equating a modern political leader with “Amalek,” a biblical symbol of irredeemable evil, is not just rhetoric. It reflects a mindset of limitless retaliation, where restraint is seen as weakness and annihilation becomes an acceptable objective. How apt is it in the scenario of Gaza and the Iran war! Today’s conflicts are not fought in isolated deserts with swords and shields. They are fought with missiles, drones, and, most ominously, nuclear weapons. When leaders or influential voices invoke total-war analogies rooted in mythology, they risk framing contemporary conflicts in ways that eliminate the possibility of diplomacy altogether. Equally concerning is the role of global powers that align themselves with such uncompromising positions. Supporting a war effort without clear logic, measurable objectives, or regard for long-term consequences undermines not only international stability but also the credibility of those who claim to uphold global order. Strategic alliances should be guided by rational interests and ethical considerations, not blind endorsement of destructive ambitions. The suggestion that “no price is too high” is particularly alarming. History has repeatedly shown that when nations adopt such thinking, the consequences are catastrophic — not just for their enemies, but for themselves and the world at large. The 20th century stands as a grim reminder: total war does not produce total victory; it produces total devastation. In the context of escalating tensions involving Iran, rhetoric fuels a cycle of fear and escalation. It transforms political disagreements into existential battles and paints entire populations as expendable. This is not a strategy — it is surrender to extremism. What is needed now is not more rhetoric rooted in ancient enmities, but a renewed commitment to reason, restraint, and dialogue. Leaders must recognize that strength is not measured by the willingness to destroy, but by the ability to prevent destruction. Because in the end, when war abandons logic, it does not create winners. It only ensures that everyone loses. * The interview with the Rabbi Elhanan Beck, published recently, was a part of the "UNAPOLOGETIC" series by the "Middle East Eye", which explores alternative perspectives on global affairs. #📺அரசியல் 360🔴 #🚹உளவியல் சிந்தனை