The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a strong call for immediate and effective international intervention to halt what it describes as acts of genocide and annexation in both the Gaza Strip and the occupied West Bank, including Jerusalem. The ministry accuses the Israeli government of facilitating these actions by empowering settler militias, which have intensified their campaigns to seize more Palestinian land and expand illegal settlements.
According to the ministry, the Israeli government’s policies have directly enabled the escalation of settler violence. These militias, operating with impunity, continue to push deeper into Palestinian territory, often using force to displace residents. Entire communities have been uprooted or threatened, and land confiscation has become a routine part of life under occupation. The statement warns that such aggressive expansion is not only illegal under international law but is also fueling instability and deepening the suffering of the Palestinian population.
The ministry emphasized that the situation in the West Bank is becoming increasingly dire. It highlighted a sharp rise in demolitions of Palestinian homes, especially in refugee camps located in the northern part of the West Bank. These demolitions often leave families homeless and vulnerable, further compounding the humanitarian crisis in the region. The destruction of infrastructure and residential areas is seen as part of a broader strategy to depopulate certain areas and pave the way for more settlement activity.
The statement goes on to express grave concern about what it describes as the “unchecked overreach” of both the Israeli government and the settler groups it supports. This overreach is characterized by violent incursions, mass arrests, and the systematic targeting of civilians. The ministry believes that without robust international measures, the situation will continue to spiral out of control, with devastating consequences for the Palestinian people.
The call for action includes demands for stronger enforcement of international law, targeted sanctions, and the establishment of mechanisms to protect civilians in the occupied territories. The ministry argues that condemnation alone is not sufficient and that practical steps must be taken to hold those responsible accountable for violations of human rights and international norms.
As the conflict continues, the death toll among Palestinians has climbed steadily, with over 1,000 killed in the West Bank and thousands more in Gaza since October 7, 2023. These figures underscore the urgency of the situation and the need for global actors to intervene. The ministry concludes by urging the international community not to remain silent in the face of such suffering and to fulfill its obligations to uphold justice, protect human life, and prevent further escalation of violence and displacement.
