About the author Bruce Stanley served as director for the West Bank and Gaza for Amideast. Jonathan Evans served as country representative for Jerusalem, West Bank and Gaza for Catholic Relief Services. The consequences of the siege have put Gaza in an “apocalyptic free fall,” as leaders of global humanitarian organizations described the situation last month. U.S. tax dollars need to be directed toward diplomacy to address the outstanding issues at the root of this conflict: the future of refugees, Gaza, the West Bank and Jerusalem. By prioritizing an immediate cease-fire and the funding of aid for Gaza through humanitarian organizations, the Biden administration could stem further devastation and support a future for both Palestinians and Israelis based on human dignity.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 02, 2024 09:04 UTC