“The news that a ceasefire might now be secured in Palestine is very much to be welcomed.
Stopping the horrific slaughter of the Palestinian people could not be more urgent. All the hostages should be released, including the thousands of Palestinian children.
Now more than ever, huge political pressure is needed to ensure Israel abides by this ceasefire and withdraws from Gaza.
Let’s show the overwhelming public support in this country for an end to Israel’s genocide and make Saturday’s demonstration the biggest ever for Palestine.
We must continue to put the maximum pressure on the complicit British government.
Instead of continuing to sell arms and give Israel military support, Starmer should be using every political, economic and diplomatic lever at his disposal to help ensure the ceasefire and withdrawal from Gaza are permanent.”
Sophie Bolt,
General Secretary, CND.