Public Statement on the Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza

This essay has been motivated by the feedback received earlier today in response to "Complicity in Silence".

My stance on Hamas remains unwavering: I unequivocally condemn terrorism and the deliberate targeting of civilians under any circumstances.

However, the ongoing deprivation and starvation of innocent Palestinian children, solely by their birth, constitutes a grave breach of international humanitarian law.

Denying access to food, water, and humanitarian aid is not only morally indefensible but also a direct violation of binding legal norms, including the Fourth Geneva Convention and Article 8 of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court.

In such circumstances, silence amounts to complicity. Speaking out is not just a moral duty; it is a legal imperative.

My concern regarding the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza is rooted purely in human dignity and the sanctity of life—principles that call us to act, not as partisans, but as members of a shared humanity.

This stance, which I also articulated in my July 30, 2025, essay titled "Complicity in Silence", must not be misinterpreted as anti-Christian, anti-Israeli, or supportive of Hamas. Rather, it is a challenge to all who hold power or influence, and a call to protect the innocent from the consequences of political extremism and military overreach.

In times of crisis, moral clarity demands that we transcend political, religious, and ideological boundaries. We must confront human suffering wherever it appears, with courage, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to justice.

As promised, I have released my previous writings on this crisis—three essays dating back to 2021, with the hope that they will inspire constructive dialogue and collective action.

May the meek find peace in the sight of God. Amen.

Mr Alex Ehi Aidaghese