The situation in the Gaza Strip is dire: virtually the entire population – including approximately one million children – is now dependent on humanitarian aid. The major offensive announced by the Israeli military threatens to further exacerbate the humanitarian catastrophe.
Terre des Hommes is deeply concerned about the escalating suffering in the region. Together with 60 other NGOs, we are calling on the new German government to end the cycle of violence and immediately halt arms exports. Terre des Hommes condemns the crimes against humanity – those committed by the Israeli government as well as by Hamas and other armed groups. We continue to stand with the civilian population. Their protection must be the highest priority. This protection and an end to the suffering can only be achieved through a just peace in the region.
Sign the petition nowAbove all, safe corridors for aid deliveries must be established. There is a shortage of everything. According to the United Nations, 2.1 million people are suffering from acute food insecurity. The lives of children and families are under serious threat from the escalating hunger crisis. Under the most difficult conditions, our partners on the ground are providing aid to children and their families – risking their lives in the process. They distribute food and clean water and provide medical assistance. Their life-saving work is threatened daily by new attacks and repression. And yet, they continue tirelessly.
Send a clear message against war with your signature. Now more than ever, the people of the Middle East depend on our support. By signing this petition, we create political prospects for a just peace.
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Together with our alliance partner medico international Terre des Hommes supports humanitarian and medical aid in Gaza, East Jerusalem, and Lebanon. Learn more about current aid efforts.
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