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A recent forum organized by Al Jazeera has highlighted the severe impact of the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Leaders and experts at the forum discussed how Israel’s military actions in Gaza are not only affecting the region but also reshaping global politics. The forum emphasized that the continuous violence and instability in Gaza could lead to broader global consequences.
The conflict in Gaza has been an ongoing issue for many years, but recent escalations have brought renewed attention to the crisis. Leaders at the forum expressed concerns that the situation in Gaza is changing the dynamics of international relations. The violence is causing fear and uncertainty, which could disturb global peace and security.
One of the major points discussed was the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Many innocent civilians are suffering due to the military operations. The forum highlighted the urgent need for international intervention to stop the violence and provide relief to those affected. The experts suggested that if the situation continues, it could lead to increased tension between countries, as different nations have differing opinions on the conflict.
Another significant issue raised was the impact on global alliances. The forum noted that the conflict is putting a strain on international alliances and partnerships. Countries that are allies of Israel might face diplomatic challenges as they navigate their positions on the conflict. This could potentially lead to a realignment of global alliances, affecting international cooperation on other important issues like trade and climate change.
The leaders concluded that it is crucial for the international community to come together to address the Gaza conflict. They emphasized the importance of dialogue and negotiation in finding a peaceful resolution. The forum called for world leaders to take immediate action to prevent further destabilization of global order.
📝 Vocabulary
- conflict: a serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one
例文: “The conflict between the two countries has lasted for years.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- armed conflict
- internal conflict
- conflict resolution
紛争、争い - escalate: to increase or intensify
例文: “The situation began to escalate after the protest turned violent.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- escalate tensions
- escalate quickly
- escalate the situation
エスカレートする、激化する - humanitarian: concerned with or seeking to promote human welfare
例文: “Humanitarian aid is crucial for the refugees.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- humanitarian crisis
- humanitarian aid
- humanitarian efforts
人道的な - alliance: a union or association formed for mutual benefit
例文: “The two countries formed an alliance to strengthen their defense.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- military alliance
- strategic alliance
- alliance partner
同盟、提携 - negotiation: discussion aimed at reaching an agreement
例文: “The negotiation between the two companies lasted several weeks.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- peace negotiation
- negotiation process
- enter into negotiation
交渉
✏️ Grammar Point
Present Perfect Continuous – “The conflict in Gaza has been an ongoing issue for many years.”
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💡 使用場面
現在完了進行形は、過去から現在まで続いている行動を強調する際に使われます。例えば、ビジネスでのプロジェクトの進捗を話す際に適しています。
📝 使用例文
“例: In a business meeting, you might say: ‘If we cut costs now, we can increase our profit margin next quarter.’”
❓ Listening Questions
- True/False: The forum discussed how the Gaza conflict is only affecting the Middle East region.
- MCQ: What is one of the major points discussed at the forum?
a) The economic growth in Gaza
b) The need for more military action
c) The humanitarian crisis in Gaza
d) The benefits of the conflict - MCQ: What was mentioned about global alliances at the forum?
a) They are becoming stronger
b) They are unaffected by the conflict
c) They are under strain due to the conflict
d) They are irrelevant to the conflict
🔑 Listening Answersを見る
- False
- c) The humanitarian crisis in Gaza
- c) They are under strain due to the conflict
📚 Reading Questions
- What did the forum highlight about the ongoing conflict in Gaza?
- Why do you think the forum emphasized the importance of international dialogue?
- What does the word “escalate” most likely mean in the context of the script?
🔑 Reading Answersを見る
- The forum highlighted the severe impact of the ongoing conflict in Gaza and its global implications.
- The forum likely emphasized international dialogue to find a peaceful resolution and prevent further global destabilization.
- Escalate means to increase or intensify.
🇯🇵 日本語での経済ニュース解説
ガザ紛争は長年続く問題であり、最近のエスカレーションは国際政治に新たな影響を与えています。国際関係における緊張が高まると、貿易や気候変動といった他の重要な問題に関する国際協力にも影響を及ぼす可能性があります。国際社会が協力してこの問題に取り組むことが求められています。解決策として、対話と交渉が重要であり、各国のリーダーが速やかに行動することが期待されています。
