1. United States
2. Colo.
3. Letter

I am compelled to demand an immediate arms embargo on Israel, whose violent actions in Gaza amount to more than just physical destruction—they constitute psychological warfare designed to terrorize civilians. As reported, Israel deploys quadcopters that play distressing sounds, such as dogs barking and fake gunfire, to induce constant fear in areas like Deir al-Balah. Residents, including children, are forced into a state of perpetual terror, unable to sleep, and panicked by both real and staged attacks. These tactics aren't random acts of war—they reflect genocidal intent, aimed at breaking the spirit of the Palestinian people. Anas Daher, a nurse in Gaza, recounts how Israeli drones hover over hospitals, playing bizarre noises for days before launching attacks. Shadi Abdul Jawwad, another victim, describes how Israel's fake gunfire and dog barking torment families even in so-called "safe zones." This isn’t about military strategy—it’s about terrorizing civilians into submission. These acts of psychological warfare are not only inhumane; they reflect Israel's broader genocidal policies. The systematic targeting of civilian spaces, the deliberate infliction of fear, and the utter disregard for human dignity all point to a deliberate effort to break the will of an entire population. The United States must end its complicity. By continuing to send arms to Israel, we are enabling these horrific acts. I urge you to advocate for an immediate cessation of military aid and an arms embargo on Israel, for the sake of basic human decency and the preservation of life. (https://electronicintifada.net/content/its-unbearable-terror/48816) Testimonies from Gaza show the unbearable terror civilians face daily as a result of Israeli psychological and physical warfare [oai_citation:1,UN rights council to consider call for Israel arms embargo | The Times of Israel](https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/un-rights-council-to-consider-call-for-israel-arms-embargo/).