Monday, October 23, 2023 – Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has spoken about the ongoing war between Israel and Palestine-based terrorist group, Hamas.
For almost one month, Israel Defence Forces commonly known as IDF has been bombing the city of Gaza claiming it is the hiding place of Hamas who killed over 1500 Israelis and left thousands injured after they raided Israel.
Speaking on Sunday, Raila said the war should be condemned by all humanity.
He said heads of state and government taking sides and condemning the other will not help the situation in Gaza.
The former Prime Minister said the only way peace can be assured is if Palestine is recognised as an independent state.
“There can only be lasting peace along the Gaza Strip if Palestine is accorded permanent residence and recognition of their rights to exist as a free and independent people. That is what is not being said, people are taking sides,” Raila said.
“Standing with one side and condemning the other when bombs are being dropped. Schools, hospitals and patients are being bombed. These are issues that need to be condemned by all civilised humanity. That is when we can have peace,” Raila added.
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