1. United States
2. Conn.
3. Letter

Israel obstructing humanitarian aid from reaching vulnerable civilians in Gaza is an unacceptable violation of international law and human rights principles. Nearly 90% of coordinated aid movements between northern and southern Gaza have been denied or impeded by Israel this month, according to the United Nations. This is compounding the dire living conditions for displaced Gazans, who lack access to basic necessities like shelter, hygiene supplies, and infant formula. Israel's callous disregard for the well-being of civilians, especially children, in Gaza is morally reprehensible. Israel’s actions are exacerbating an already catastrophic famine. Immediate steps must be taken to ensure unfettered access for aid to reach those in desperate need in Gaza. Obstructing lifesaving relief cannot be justified under any circumstances. The collective punishment of a civilian population is a severe breach of the Geneva Conventions. Source: www.palestinechronicle.com/nearly-90-of-gaza-aid-efforts-denied-or-impeded-in-september-un-official/ I demand you do everything in your power to: – 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 – 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 to rebuild Gaza, and provide Palestinians with the resources to survive and thrive – 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