1. United States
2. Wash.
3. Letter

As an ordinary man, my heart aches and bleeds, spurred by the blood-soaked images of innocent Palestinian civilians caught in the crossfire of a conflict beyond proportion. Yet, what astounds me more, pierces my heart, are those silent bystanders supporting this tragedy, this crime against humanity, through their funding and arms supply. It is a moment of shock and despair to learn that the US, a beacon of democracy and human rights, stands amidst those silent accomplices. The bombardment on civilian grounds, obliteration of homes and infrastructure, and the killing of innocent lives calls for immediate cessation. It is a bleak testament to the power of warfare, where the innocent are most often the victims. I encourage the US to evaluate the severity and humanitarian cost of its support and reconsider its perpetuation of such unnecessary violence, specifically involving Israel's actions against Palestinian civilians. The urgency of the matter cannot be overstated. It is now, more than ever, that we need to foster peace, not aid in destruction. The flow of arms, ammunition, and military support must stop. It reflects a breach of our shared values of humanity, justice, and love for peace. Let's act before it's too late, and let's act for humanity. For every child cowering under the shadow of death, every mother praying for her family's safety, every innocent life hanging on a thin thread - we owe them the sanctity of life and the chance at a peaceful existence.