American actress Angelina Jolie has expressed deep frustration over the widespread discrimination and duplicity prevalent in today’s world.
American actress Angelina Jolie
In a candid conversation with Syrian director Waad Al-Kateab for the documentary “We Dare to Dream,” Jolie, a former special envoy for the UN High Commissioner for Refugees, reflects on her two-decade humanitarian journey, revealing a disillusionment with the prevailing global order.
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Jolie traces the origins of the human rights movement to the aftermath of World War II, highlighting the United Nations’ central role in promoting these ideals. However, her experience has led her to a stark realization: the application of human rights is often selective and temporary, and some people may never truly attain them. This realization, she admits, did not dawn on her immediately but became apparent as she delved deeper into the humanitarian world.
Illustrating her point, Jolie speaks of the unequal distribution of aid and justice, pointing out the partiality and inconsistency in these efforts. “6% for some, 50% for others; justice for these, but not for those,” she remarks, shedding light on the ‘ugly truth’ of global politics and interests that overshadow genuine humanitarian needs.
Further intensifying her critique, Jolie condemns the Israeli military’s response to Hamas attacks on October 7, which resulted in over 20,000 civilian casualties in the Gaza Strip. She accuses Israel of intentionally targeting children, women, and families, depriving them of food, medicine, and humanitarian aid – a stark violation of international law.
Jolie’s observations offer a critical insight into the complexities and challenges of upholding human rights in a world rife with geopolitical interests and selective moralities. Her remarks underscore the need for a more equitable and consistent approach to human rights, challenging the global community to confront the harsh realities that undermine these fundamental principles.
