Swedish government, demand a ceasefire now!
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Sweden must stand on the right side of history. An entire population is at risk of starvation - and we call on the Swedish government to do everything you can to ensure that a permanent ceasefire is established immediately. The people of Gaza cannot wait.
- Deadliest conflict of the 21st century
- 1.9 million people displaced
- Without a permanent ceasefire, the entire population of Gaza risks starvation.
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Swedish government, demand a ceasefire now!
For too long, the international community has watched the deadliest conflict of the 21st century, while failing to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza and Israel - the only humanitarian action that now really matters. More than 40,000 people have been killed, including 11,000 children. 1.9 million people have been forced from their homes and over 70,000 homes have been destroyed. Without a ceasefire, the entire population is at risk of starvation. We cannot look away.
Despite extremely difficult conditions, Oxfam and partner organizations have reached over 770,000 people in Gaza with food, medicine and hygiene products. But neither we nor other organizations can fully carry out our work unless a ceasefire is established immediately. Hundreds of people are dying every day because of the attacks, but even more are at risk of dying from hunger and disease.
Sweden must stand on the right side of history. Swedish government, you have a responsibility. An entire population is at risk of starvation - and we urge you to do everything you can to ensure that a permanent ceasefire is established immediately. The people of Gaza cannot wait.
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On October 7, 2024, we sent over 28,300 signatures to the Swedish government and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.As long as the situation requires, we will keep our petition open and continuously send signatures to the Swedish government. Note that the total number of signatures includes the number sent to the Swedish government on October 7, 2024.
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Oxfam calls on the international community to condemn the escalation and to act to stop it now. Israel must be held accountable for their actions in both Lebanon and Gaza. All parties must comply with international humanitarian law and be held responsible for any violations.
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