- The Muslim Awareness International (MAI) has condemned what it called the violation of human rights by Israel
- Fears of a regional conflagration have surged amid expectations of a looming Israeli ground incursion into Gaza, the crowded enclave from where Hamas launched its land, air, and sea attack on Saturday, October 7
- Israel had announced that it is shutting down food, electricity, and water for the Gaza Strip, the densely populated territory governed by Hamas and under an Israeli siege since 2007
Gaza, Palestine – The Muslim Awareness International (MAI), a group advocating for human rights and global peace, has demanded an immediate end to the killings in Palestine.
The group asked the international community to take decisive action to “protect the lives and dignity of the Palestinian people”.
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‘Respect Palestinians’ rights’, group to Israel
Legit.ng reports that MAI’s unequivocal position was made known during a world press conference in Lagos on Thursday, October 12.
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Details of the conference were disclosed to Legit.ng via a statement on Friday, October 13.
It reads:
“Because the world has continued to turn deaf ears to the cry of Palestinians and to take decisive action on illegal occupation of Palestinian land by ISREAL for over seven decades has been the bane of this crisis.
“The recent escalation of violence in the region has resulted in a significant loss of innocent lives, including women, children, and civilians. The indiscriminate use of force, excessive violence, and the targeting of civilian infrastructure are clear violations of international humanitarian law and basic human rights principles. We are not happy with the loss of innocent lives and properties both in Palestine and Israel.
“We express our deepest condolences to the families of the victims and stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people during this difficult time. The loss of innocent lives is a tragedy that cannot be ignored, and we call on all parties involved to exercise restraint and seek peaceful solutions through dialogue and negotiation.
“It is imperative that Israel, as the occupying power, upholds its obligations under international law, including the Fourth Geneva Convention, which prohibits the collective punishment of civilians, the demolition of homes, and the forced displacement of Palestinians.
“We urge Israel to respect the rights of Palestinians to live in peace, security, and dignity, and to immediately cease all actions that perpetuate violence and human rights abuses.”
Furthermore, MAI requested that the United Nations (UN) and other international organisations take immediate action to “protect the rights of Palestinians and ensure accountability for the violations committed”.
The statement added:
“The international community and Nigerian government must work together to bring an end to the cycle of violence and support a just and lasting solution in the Middle East.
“MAI reiterates its commitment to promoting human rights, justice, and peace worldwide. We condemn the desecration of Al Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem by Israeli forces, beating and chasing out worshipers every now and then. We stand ready to support any efforts aimed at facilitating a peaceful resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and ensuring the protection of human rights for all individuals in the region.”
Omokri wants Adeboye to pray for Palestine
In an earlier report by Legit.ng, a prominent social media personality and politician, Reno Omokri, expressed reservations about Pastor Enoch Adeboye’s stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict.
Adeboye, the General Overseer (GO) of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), had said in a video shared across his social media handles that all members of his church stand with Israel.
Source: Legit.ng
