WEEKEND EDITION: 'Humanity Must Prevail' in Gaza, Says UN Official as Shelters Become Targets

 

October 15, 2023 Top News As Gaza Turmoil Deepens, Some Leaders Dial Back Pro-Israel Rhetoric—But Won't Call for Cease-Fire Officials in Europe, Canada, and the U.S. have attempted to "backtrack" on the widespread unconditional support that's been expressed in the last week for Israel's assault on Gaza. Julia Conley Indigenous Australians Mourn Failure of Referendum to Recognize Groups in Constitution "It is a blight on Australia's history that successive governments of various political persuasions have failed to uphold the rights of First Nations people," said the Australia director for Human Rights Watch. Julia Conley 'Humanity Must Prevail' in Gaza, Says UN Official as Refugee Shelters Become IDF Targets "Wars have rules," said the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees. "Civilians, hospitals, schools, clinics, and UN premises cannot be a target." Julia Conley Thousands of Jewish Americans and Allies Demand Cease-Fire in Gaza "We as American Jews believe that 'never again' means never again for anyone, and that includes Palestinians," said Jewish Voice for Peace. Julia Conley US State Dept. Officials Told Not to Use Terms 'De-Escalation/Cease-Fire' About Gaza "This is unconscionable and will leave an indelible stain," said one critic, who urged "resignations and collective action" to protest the reported policy. Jessica Corbett House Progressives to Biden: Pressure Israel to End Assault on Gaza Civilians Israel's massive attack on Gaza "must be carried out according to international law and take all due measures to limit harm to innocent civilians," asserted 55 House Democrats. Brett Wilkins

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