There is a Global March to Gaza of pro-Palestinians. Members of this group include doctors, students, lawyers, and everyday people. The Global March to Gaza has drawn participation from over 50 countries and more than 400 organizations, all heading to the Egypt-Rafah crossing. Their goal is to pressure world leaders into taking action and allowing humanitarian aid into Gaza.
Let’s be clear, Pro-Palestinians are not the same as pro-Hamas. The Palestinians that are in Gaza are there because Gaza is part of their ancestral homeland. They are also there because of the “Circumstances of their Birth.”
There are “2,500 activists from over 50 countries marching to the Egypt to Rafah in Gaza. The activists consist of “doctors, students, lawyers, and everyday people.” FACT: “The Fourth Geneva Convention (Article 33) explicitly bans collective punishment, stating that no protected person may be punished for an offense they did not personally commit.”
Additionally, “Customary International Humanitarian Law (Rule 103) reinforces this prohibition, applying it to both international and non-international armed conflicts.” Violations of this principle can be considered war crimes under international legal frameworks.”
The humanitarian crisis of Palestinians in Gaza continues to worsen, with severe shortages of food, medical supplies, and minimal necessities. Reports state that the blockade has left nearly a third of essential supplies out of stock, and another third is expected to run out within two months.
Israeli military operations have resulted in tens of thousands of civilian casualties, widespread destruction of homes, hospitals, and infrastructure, and forced displacement. Reports indicate that over 120 Palestinians were killed in Israeli attacks across Gaza in just the past 24 hours, including many at aid centers. The ongoing blockade has restricted aid deliveries, leading to starvation and worsening health conditions.
Recent reports also indicate that dozens of Palestinians were killed near aid distribution centers in the past few days, as civilians attempted to access food and humanitarian assistance. The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a controversial U.S.-backed organization, has been accused of weaponizing aid and operating under heavy military control, making it dangerous for civilians to receive assistance.
The United Nations has condemned Israeli efforts to dismantle the existing aid system, warning that the new distribution model forces Palestinian civilians into militarized zones to collect rations, further endangering lives. Palestinians are trapped in what can only be called “Hell On Earth.” The UN and humanitarian organizations continue to call for unimpeded access to aid and an immediate ceasefire to prevent further suffering.
In a media-charged world, It is impossible for members of the Global Citizenry to continue to witness the daily starvation and slaughter of innocent Palestinian men, women, and children and continue to Stand-By and do nothing. Silence is complicity. Where do you stand on this issue? The time for action is now and the “Global March to Gaza of pro-Palestinians” is on its way!