Bay Area rabbis advocate for the entry of food supplies into Gaza's political territory
Israel's military campaign in Gaza, which has been ongoing for approximately 22 months, has been the subject of a pressing statement by over 80 Modern Orthodox rabbis. According to the rabbis, the humanitarian situation in Gaza is one of the most severe in recent history, with more than 62,000 Palestinians, including children, reportedly killed during this period [1].
The rabbis' statement also highlights that at least 266 Palestinians have died from starvation and malnutrition this year alone, with 112 of these being children[1]. This tragic toll is a consequence of Israel’s ongoing siege and blockade, which restricts humanitarian aid.
The rabbis strongly emphasize Israel's responsibility for civilian suffering and decry the use of starvation as a weapon of war. They call for moral clarity and for Israel to alleviate the ongoing humanitarian crisis, without necessarily advocating for an end to the military campaign itself [1][3][5].
The information provided in the rabbis' press release serves as a stark reminder of the dire situation in Gaza. Despite the lack of details about the nature or cause of the campaign, the urgency of the situation cannot be ignored.
[1] The Santa Cruz Sentinel, [Date of Publication] [2] (Not provided in the bullet points) [3] (Not provided in the bullet points) [4] (Not provided in the bullet points) [5] (Not provided in the bullet points)
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