It really is disheartening to see how leaders like John Howard, Tony Blair, and George W. Bush faced little to no consequences for their actions, particularly with the middle east. The decision to invade Iraq was based on claims about weapons of mass destruction that were later proven false, yet there has been no real accountability for the devastation caused. The war led to hundreds of thousands of deaths, destabilized entire regions, and left a lasting legacy of suffering, both for the people of Iraq and for the soldiers and civilians involved.
The fact that these leaders are able to live in retirement, give speeches, and even be regarded as elder statesmen by some, without facing any legal or official reprimand, highlights the deep flaws in international justice. It's a bitter reminder that those in power often escape the consequences of their actions.
We see echoes of these same issues today, where leaders continue to lie to the public, manipulate narratives, and avoid accountability for actions that harm countless lives. It’s a recurring cycle, and it can feel like the people who suffer most are left without any justice or voice in the aftermath.
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