"I refuse to stand by and watch Palestinian and Israeli civilians pay the price for political failure. Humanity must be shown to those caught up in this violence and humanitarian catastrophe. Every life matters equally, and we will not be divided on this.

You must do everything in your power to push for an immediate ceasefire, to allow humanitarian aid for people facing intolerable suffering. The siege of Gaza must be stopped, and water, food and fuel allowed in. We ask you to work to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza.

A path to peace and justice for all, that includes a fair future for both Palestinian and Israeli people, is the only way forward. Your government and other world leaders must work towards a de-escalation of violence now."

Horrific and relentless attacks on Gaza by the Israeli Government have killed tens of thousands of people. Now the violence has intensified in Lebanon and other parts of the Middle East, forcing over a million people from their homes.

This is yet another heartbreaking escalation of conflict spanning decades, and the result of a catastrophic failure from world leaders to secure a ceasefire.

People who survive the violence in Gaza are being starved and deliberately deprived of everything they need to survive – water, food, medical help and shelter.

This is an act of collective punishment and is against international law. Combined with the indiscriminate killing of civilians, there is an undeniable risk of genocide right now in Gaza.

The UK continues to fuel the horrendous violence by allowing the sale of arms to the Government of Israel, despite knowing they’re likely to be used to commit war crimes in Gaza. All while refusing to act decisively to help secure a ceasefire.

We must speak out and say that every life — Palestinian, Israeli, Lebanese and those of other nationalities — should be valued and treated with humanity. And that we refuse to be divided in our call for lasting peace and justice.

Join us as we demand an immediate and permanent ceasefire now. It’s the only way to stop the death and destruction, get more aid to those who need it, and ensure the safe release of all hostages.

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*Petition content was updated on 10 October 2024 to reflect the latest developments