1. United States
2. Conn.
3. Letter

The issuance of arrest warrants by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant over war crimes and crimes against humanity committed in the Gaza Strip is a significant step towards accountability. These charges stem from actions that intentionally deprived the civilian population in Gaza of essential resources like food, water, medicine, and fuel from October 2023 to May 2024, amounting to the use of starvation as a weapon of war. Additionally, there are grounds to believe they bear responsibility for intentionally directing attacks against civilians in Gaza and the West Bank. The ICC's decision underscores the gravity of the situation in Gaza, where Israel's ongoing military offensive has caused immense suffering, with over tens of thousands killed, over 100,000 wounded, and a severe famine unfolding. These arrest warrants send a powerful message that such crimes cannot go unchecked. Holding criminals accountable, regardless of their position, is crucial to upholding international law and human rights. I urge you to stand in solidarity with the ICC's efforts to pursue justice and demand an immediate end to the violence and collective punishment inflicted upon the people of Gaza. Those responsible for the genocide in Gaza must face consequences for their actions. www.palestinechronicle.com/war-crimes-crimes-against-humanity-icc-issues-arrest-warrants-for-netanyahu-gallant/ 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