1. United States
2. Tenn.
3. Letter

I am writing to express my grave concern over the recent escalation of violence in Gaza and to urge immediate action. Israel has reignited the conflict with fresh strikes on Gaza, shattering the brief period of calm we had hoped would lead to lasting peace. This unilateral action by Israel not only threatens to plunge the region back into full-scale war but also continues a pattern of disproportionate force against Palestinian civilians. The situation in Gaza has reached a critical point that demands our immediate attention and action. The ongoing military operations by Israel have resulted in devastating civilian casualties, with Gaza health authorities reporting at least 104 people killed, including 46 children, and 253 wounded before the recent ceasefire. These numbers are not just statistics; they represent families torn apart and communities destroyed. I strongly urge you to take two immediate actions. First, push for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire. The U.S. must use its significant influence to bring both parties back to the negotiating table and work towards a lasting peace agreement that addresses the root causes of this conflict. Second, and crucially, I call on you to support legislation that would halt all arms sales and military aid to Israel until they cease their actions against Palestinians, which many are characterizing as genocide. Our country cannot continue to provide the means for such devastating military operations. By continuing to supply arms, we are complicit in the loss of innocent lives and the destruction of civilian infrastructure. The U.S. must take a stand for human rights and international law. Our foreign policy should reflect our values, and supplying weapons that are being used in potential war crimes goes against everything we claim to stand for. We must leverage our relationship with Israel to push for a just and peaceful resolution to this conflict, not enable further violence. Time is of the essence. Every day that passes without action means more lives lost and more families displaced. I urge you to act swiftly and decisively. Use your position to advocate for peace, protect civilian lives, and hold those responsible for human rights violations accountable. The stability of the region and our moral standing in the world depend on it.