Statement on the Situation in Israel and Gaza

The situation in Israel and Gaza continues to escalate in the toll of starvation, disease, and misery enacted upon innocent civilians. We urge the following:

• A permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
• A leadership change in Israel. It appears increasingly clear that a ceasefire will not happen with Netanyahu and his supporters in control of Israel’s policy and military.
• The release of all remaining hostages held by Hamas.
• Control of Gaza to be given to the Palestinian Authority.
• Resumption of talks for a two-state solution in Israel. This solution, repeatedly rejected by Netanyahu, must be brought back to the table and supported by new Israeli leadership.
• Significant and immediate aid and protection for Palestinians in Gaza who face imminent danger from hunger, disease, and military bombardment.
• An end to arms exports to Israel that are intended for use in Gaza.

We support the ongoing investigations of the International Criminal Court into the situations in Israel and Palestine. We support an end to impunity for those in command who violate international humanitarian law, adherence to which is required by 1949 Geneva Conventions and customary international law.