In a recent commentary, Gideon Levy argues that Israel is conducting what he terms a genocidal war in Gaza while hypocritically pushing for the disarmament of its enemies in the region. He highlights how Israel continues to overlook the sovereignty of neighboring states, all the while exacerbating the threat it poses to regional peace and international law due to its unchecked arsenal. Levy further asserts that Israel's aggressive military posture underscores the dangers of allowing one state to hold unprecedented power over weapons in the region.

Levy also points out the contradiction in Israel's narrative, where it rallies against nations like Iran by labeling them as threats due to their military capabilities; he suggests this label equally applies to Israel. He emphasizes that a nation armed with weapons of mass destruction, with a reputation for terrorism, should not possess any authority to dictate the armament policies of its neighbors. This, he argues, creates a paradox where Israel wants to control the military capabilities of others, despite its own potential for destruction.

Finally, he condemns Israeli policies as arrogant and unacceptable, as they attempt to disarm Palestinians, Hezbollah, Iran, and others without self-reflection or restraint. Levy’s critique raises significant questions about the ethical implications of Israel's militarization strategy and the broader consequences for regional stability, highlighting a troubling cycle of aggression that threatens to escalate further.