"Peter Maffay calls upon the Federal Government, implying they will share responsibility"
Peter Maffay Slams Israeli Government's Actions in Gaza Strip
In a passionate Instagram post, 75-year-old German musician Peter Maffay has strongly condemned the Israeli government's actions in the Gaza Strip, labelling the situation a "genocide" that must not be downplayed or trivialized.
Maffay, known for his songs about humanity, has been asked to do more in light of the ongoing crises in Ukraine, Gaza, Africa, and other war-torn regions. In his statement, he demands a clear political stance from the German government, urging them to explicitly condemn Israel's military actions and halt weapons shipments to the country.
"When will the madness of war and displacement end and where is it leading us?" Maffay questions, warning that continued violence will result in blood on the hands of decision-makers. He does not justify the brutal attack by Hamas in October 2023, but criticizes Netanyahu's policy, accusing him of an ultra-right political orientation and violations of international law.
Maffay, however, affirms that his criticism does not affect Israel's right to exist or the legitimacy of its citizens. He insists that the occurrence of Hamas' attacks does not excuse or justify Israel's response.
Maffay's emotional statement has received praise in the comments section, with one user appreciating his clear and accurate words and wishing more people would join his stance. Another thanks Maffay for expressing a loud and forceful protest against the inaction of the German government.
In the midst of the ongoing crisis, Maffay's statement serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of conflict and the urgent need for political action. He calls for an immediate halt to arms deliveries to Israel, criticizing those who treat victims of war and displacement as mere numbers to be played with like chess pieces.
[1] Source: Maffay's Instagram post [2] Source: German press reports
- Peter Maffay's Instagram post, in light of the ongoing war-and-conflicts in regions like Gaza, Ukraine, and Africa, urges the German government to establish a strong policy-and-legislation stance, explicitly denouncing Israel's actions and halting weapons shipments to the country.
- In his statement, the German musician Peter Maffay, known for his songs about humanity, also criticizes the political sphere for its silence on the human cost of general-news events such as the violence in the Gaza Strip, questioning where such conflicts are leading us and demanding immediate action.
