Condemn Israel for the blockade of essential humanitarian aid

Israel's genocidal offensive in northern Gaza has severely disrupted critical humanitarian aid deliveries to the territory. According to the United Nations, no food or other essential supplies have entered northern Gaza since October 1st due to the closure of main border crossings. Across Gaza, the World Food Programme has been unable to distribute vital food parcels this month due to constrained access. Bakeries are running out of wheat flour and relief kitchens risk shutting down if the blockade persists. This situation is unacceptable and causing immense human suffering. Israel must immediately reopen the main crossings into Gaza to allow the unfettered entry of food, medicine and other humanitarian aid for all civilians. Denial of these essential humanitarian supplies constitutes collective punishment of civilians, which is strictly prohibited under international law. Source: apnews.com/article/gaza-humanitarian-aid-israel-war-united-nations-f5555baecb05d9451cca430b422844c9 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 10/7/24 – 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 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