Irish National Demonstration for Palestine – Saturday 20th April
The next national demonstration for Palestine takes place this Saturday 20th April starting at 1pm from the Garden of Remembrance and walking to the Dail. (see the poster below) I quote from a Trocaire comment, ‘…cracks are beginning to show in the international community’s tolerance of Israeli atrocities. Public pressure across the globe is forcing governments into action. The Irish government has recently pulled a multi-million euro investment from six Israeli companies, and has also committed to soon recognise Palestine as a nation state. Ireland has also committed to support South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice.’
World Council of Churches call for ceasefire
The Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay, General Secretary of the World Council of Churches, has issued a call for a ceasefire in Gaza, the freeing of hostages and political prisoners, and negotiations leading to a lasting peace. You will find the statement on the WCC website.
Rev Dr Mitri Raheb on Capitol Hill Washington
The highly respected Christian Palestinian activist, Rev. Dr Mitri Raheb, spoke earlier this month on Capitol Hill, Washington, USA. In a powerful ten-minute address, he describes the genocidal attack on Gaza over the past six months and condemns the provision of weapons and munitions by the USA that made this possible.
Academics for Palestine – TCD lecture 25th April
There will be a public lecture at 6pm on the 25th April in Trinity College Dublin given by Professor Ardi Imseis of Queens University, Canada. A recent book by him is entitled, ‘The UN & the Question of Palestine.’
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