MALAYSIA CONDEMNS ISRAELI ATTACKS IN THE SOUTHERN GAZA CITY OF RAFAH
MALAYSIA CONDEMNS ISRAELI ATTACKS IN THE SOUTHERN GAZA CITY OF RAFAH
Malaysia vehemently condemns the Israeli attacks in the southern Gaza city of Rafah on 21 April 2024. At least 22 innocent Palestinians were killed, including 18 children.
The situation in Rafah is extremely delicate, given the high risk of a humanitarian catastrophe. With over 1.5 million Palestinians residing in crowded makeshift shelters within a 64 square km strip of land, any attack could have devastating consequences.
Any Israeli aggression will result in significant loss of life. Rafah is the last bastion and refuge for Palestinians fleeing from northern Gaza since 198 days ago. There is simply nowhere else to run.
Israel’s belligerence knows no bounds as it totally disregards the red line set by its closest ally. Last month, Israel was warned by its allies that it should refrain from attacking Rafah as it would be a mistake.
The recent attack only proves the intransigence of Israel. The international community must continue to denounce Israeli aggression, insist on an immediate cessation of hostilities, recognise and uphold Palestine’s Statehood, and actively pursue justice that has been denied for over seven decades.
PUTRAJAYA
23 April 2024