We stand firmly against the targeting of Jewish people worldwide. They are not responsible for the actions of the Israeli government, nor should they be held accountable for political decisions they do not control. They have played no historical role in the events of the modern conflict.
Instead, let's **lock arms and stand united** in a global, ethical movement for peace, justice, and lasting human solidarity. Our fight is against oppression, not against a people.
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is fundamentally about land, displacement, and the rights of a people to self-determination. The ongoing occupation, which began in 1967, is the central issue, recognized by the United Nations and numerous international bodies. This occupation governs the daily life, movement, economy, and legal rights of millions of Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza.
Illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank are a primary driver of conflict and are a violation of international law (specifically, the Fourth Geneva Convention). These settlements fragment Palestinian land, limit Palestinian expansion, and make the creation of a viable, contiguous Palestinian state increasingly impossible. The continued expansion of these settlements constitutes *de facto* annexation of Palestinian territory.
The Gaza Strip, home to over two million Palestinians, has been under a comprehensive land, air, and sea blockade since 2007. This blockade has led to a catastrophic humanitarian situation, crippling the economy, severely limiting access to basic necessities (clean water, electricity, medicine), and creating what many aid organizations refer to as an "open-air prison." The recurring military operations within Gaza have exacted a devastating toll on civilian life and infrastructure.
Numerous human rights organizations, both local and international, have documented systematic human rights abuses, including administrative detentions without trial, disproportionate use of force, demolition of Palestinian homes, and restrictions on freedom of movement. The demand for justice is a demand for adherence to international law and respect for the fundamental human rights of all people living in the territory.
The path to lasting peace is not paved with violence or silence, but with justice and equality. It requires an end to the occupation, respect for international law, and the recognition of the inherent human dignity and rights of both Palestinians and Israelis. This call for a free Palestine is a call for universal justice.