1. United States
2. Wash.
3. Letter

The cruelty of innocent lives lost to the war must echo in our collective conscience. This tenacious conflict propagates fearful uncertainty, eroding human dignity on both sides, Palestinian and Israeli alike. As an ordinary man, I implore the cessation of U.S. funding that facilitates the continuation of this violence. Funds that, inadvertently or not, foster the unbearable harm inflicted upon Palestinian civilians. Lives are being irrevocably shattered, families torn apart, futures extinguished. The call to end financial contributions is not a delegitimization of Israel, nor a refusal of its right to defend itself. Yet, the implementation of lethal force should always be a last resort, not a prevailing modus operandi. The amplification of Israel's military prowess through U.S. financial aid, specifically the provision of arms, directly correlates with the escalating death toll and worsening humanitarian crisis. The world cannot remain indifferent to these crimes against humanity, turning a blind eye under the pretense of strategic alliances or maintaining geopolitical balance. The United States, with its profound influence and commitment to human rights, should lead by demonstrating fortitude and moral courage in the face of such blatant abuse. It is an extraordinary opportunity to realign its principles and action, advocating not for the dominance and supremacy of one group over the other, but for fairness, equality, and peace. Thus, I urge the redirection of our efforts and resources to foster dialogues, reconciliation, and ultimately, a lasting peace that respects the rights and dignity of all people.