1. United States
2. Wash.
3. Letter

Surely, we can no longer turn a blind eye to the ongoing violence wreaking havoc on innocent lives. The incessant state-sponsored aggression in the Palestinian territories has reached a humanitarian crisis, claiming far too many innocent lives and disrupting the peaceful existence of millions. The U.S. funding of Israel's actions, often aimed directly at Palestinian civilians, and the sending of arms to perpetuate this violent cycle is intolerable and contradictory to the values we as a free and democratic society hold dear. Our generous aid should not inadvertently sponsor terror and violence; it needs reevaluation. Riddled with turmoil, the region desperately needs your intervention for a ceasefire. It is not a difficult concept to comprehend: what we seek is peace, wherein the right to life and personal dignity of each human being is respected. It is a universal human right that we seek to bring to the forefront, without any political undertone overshadowing the ongoing humanitarian crisis. We need to recognize that providing arms propagates war, but investing in peace-building efforts, dialogue and diplomacy has the potential to pave the way for long-lasting peace. Time is of the essence. Every single minute we delay addressing this grave situation, we indirectly contribute to another potential casualty. We need to act now, stopping the bloodshed and working towards a peaceful resolution is not just desire, it is an absolute necessity. Let us transform our sorrow and outrage into action, pushing towards an immediate ceasefire. It is time for us to stand on the right side of history and prioritize humanity over any political engagements. The abolition of crimes against humanity begins with us.