US Citizens Respond to Ceasefire in Gaza
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire in Gaza, aiming to end 15 months of intense conflict that has resulted in significant loss of life and widespread destruction. The agreement, brokered with the assistance of Qatar and Egypt and supported by the United States, outlines a six-week phased truce set to commence on Sunday. Key components of the deal include the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza and the release of hostages held by Hamas in exchange for Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails.
Despite the announcement, challenges remain. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that the Cabinet will not meet to approve the ceasefire until Hamas drops its new demands, causing delays in the implementation of the agreement. In the meantime, hostilities have continued, with Israeli strikes reportedly resulting in additional casualties in Gaza. International leaders, including U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and President-elect Donald Trump, have emphasized the importance of finalizing the ceasefire to facilitate humanitarian aid and initiate Gaza’s reconstruction.
In CA Jewish, Muslim leaders praise the Gaza ceasefire deal, Suzanne Potter brings you the details: CA Jewish, Muslim leaders praise Gaza ceasefire deal
Press release from the Humboldt Committee for Peace and Justice:
The Vigil will gather participants at 11:30 at the foot of D Street in Old Town Eureka and proceed to Congressman Huffman’s office at 317 3rd Street.
With over 45,000 killed in Gaza, 70 % of which are Palestinian women and children, this event is organized to draw attention to the urgent need for an immediate cease-fire, a safe distribution of humanitarian relief and an immediate arms embargo.
The vigil is open to the public please join us. We are dedicated to Non-Violent, respectful actions. Part of our vigil will be in silence.
JANUARY 17TH, 2025
Press Conference 1:00pm – In front of Congressman Huffman’s office
317 3rd Street, Eureka, CA
For more information about the vigil or to get involved please contact:
Humboldt Committee for Peace & Justice
humboldtpeacecomm@gmail.com
Humboldtpeacecommittee.org
About Humboldt Committee for Peace and Justice
Called together in response to the genocide of Palestinian people, we are a growing group of Humboldt County, California residents working collaboratively to engage our representatives on peace and environmental justice.
