Need for action against Israel

As we get closer to celebrating Eid Al Adha, Muslims and Arabs across the region are preparing for this blessed occasion.

Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for Palestinians living in the Gaza Strip, where a humanitarian crisis exists because of a brutal, month-long Israeli blockade. The people are being stripped of their basic rights and are struggling to get hold of food and medicine.

The sick are not getting the medical attention they need and most recently, Gaza's sole power plant had to be closed because of Israel's refusal to allow regular shipments of industrial fuel to enter. Essentially, Palestinians are being stripped of their dignity.

The current deterioration in humanitarian, economic and social situation in the Strip is both shocking and revolting. And the blockade is becoming more and more restrictive with no end in sight. Sadly, what is apparent is the lack of coverage of and attention to Gaza.

It seems no matter how bad the situation is, Gaza is not making the headlines anymore. Moreover, the lack of reaction from the international community and bodies such as the United Nations is equally disturbing. Sounding off criticism to Israel is clearly not working. It is time actions are taken against this savagery.

When is the world going to understand that Israel is the main cause of the problems in the Middle East?
Mike Watson
Northallerton,United Kingdom
Posted: December 02, 2008, 13:08