15 August 2024 

We are outraged and heartbroken by the staggering loss of 40,000 lives in Gaza. It is a number that is incomprehensible - every life lost is an individual tragedy. But this is not an inevitable one, it is an ongoing atrocity, and it could have been prevented. Most governments across the world have refused to do the bare minimum to protect civilian life and it is to our collective shame. We are losing confidence each day in the concept of justice in its entirety.  

We reiterate our calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities and urge all Governments to meet their obligations under international law and use all available means to take immediate and decisive action to ensure the safety and security of all civilians. We call for the imposition of sanctions, including travel bans and asset freezes, on Israeli officials linked to alleged violations of international humanitarian law. Every day that you choose to avoid this as a reality, this death toll will keep rising until there is nobody left in Gaza alive. 

Our partners are witnessing the devastating impact of this violence. Families are being torn apart, and innocent lives are being lost daily. We demand immediate action to stop the violence and hold the Israeli government accountable. The people of Gaza cannot wait any longer for justice, safety, and peace. 

Contact the ActionAid press office on uk.media@actionaid.org or on 07753 973 486

Riham Jafari, Advocacy and Communications Coordinator at ActionAid Palestine, is available as a spokesperson, please contact the press office to arrange.

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