1. United States
2. Conn.
3. Letter

The massacre carried out by Israel forces in the Al-Mawasi area, previously designated as a "safe zone," is a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law and the rules of war. By deliberately targeting tents sheltering displaced civilians, including children, Israel has committed a grave war crime that demands immediate and decisive action from the international community. The reported death toll of eight Palestinians, with many more injured, is a stark reminder of Israel's disregard for civilian lives and its escalating brutality in the ongoing genocide against the people of Gaza. The targeting of the Kamal Adwan Hospital, leaving medical staff and patients trapped without basic necessities, further exacerbates the dire humanitarian crisis unfolding in the besieged territory. It is imperative that robust sanctions be imposed on Israel for these egregious international law violations. www.palestinechronicle.com/tent-massacre-in-al-mawasi-unrwas-lazzarini-says-israel-breaks-rules-of-war/ I demand you do everything in your power to: - Support the ICC for issuing arrest warrants for Netanyahu, and oppose all efforts to sanction the ICC – Hold Israel accountable to a permanent, immediate ceasefire and for their repeat violations of international law – Call for the immediate end of Israel’s occupation and apartheid - Support Palestinians in their fight for freedom and peace – Secure the immediate release and safety of all hostages, including Palestinians held by Israel in "military prisons", including those whose indefinite detention began prior to 10/7/24 – Permanently end all monetary, diplomatic, and military aid given to Israel and enforce U.S. laws like Leahy Law and the Arms Export Control Act – Resume full funding of UNRWA and allocate more funds to aid humanitarian efforts in Gaza – Immediately withdraw all U.S. troops, military assets, and all other assets deployed throughout the Middle East and cease all actions that further escalate a larger regional conflict - Void all anti-BDS laws and other laws that infringe on my right to freedom of speech to criticize any political ideology or country, and to use my money in ways that align with my values