The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) said it “abhors the attacks in Israel and the counterattacks in the Palestinian territory of Gaza.” In a Media Release on Monday (12th October 2023), CARICOM said, “Further, the savage nature of the attacks and counterattacks is the antithesis of civilized life and living. Innocent lives are being lost amidst the fervour and violence of the actual combatants. CARICOM thus joins the responsible members of the international community in calling for an immediate ceasefire and end of hostilities by all parties.” CARICOM added, “The recent round of hostilities reflects the pain and suffering of ancient quarrels. The ongoing harsh conditions under which the Palestinians live in veritable colonialism and Israel’s sense of insecurity will contribute to a cycle of violence until those realities are definitively addressed.” The Media Release concluded by saying, “Accordingly, CARICOM continues to support the United Nations Security Council Resolution 242 and the ongoing efforts of the United Nations towards a two-state solution as the best way to achieve comprehensive peace, security and tranquillity between Israel and Palestine.” Israel has now stepped up its offensive in Gaza following Hamas' assault on Saturday (7th October 2023), in which at least 1,200 people were killed in Israel and thousands more injured. Armed militants poured over the heavily-fortified border into Israel on Saturday, raiding homes, rampaging through farms and communities and taking as many as 150 hostages back to Gaza. In Kfar Aza, a Kibbutz in Southern Israel, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) told CNN that militants carried out a “massacre” in which women, children, toddlers and elderly were “brutally butchered in an ISIS way of action.” Less than 20 kilometers (12 miles) away, the farming community Be'eri was among the worst-hit, with more than 100 bodies recovered and eyewitnesses describing assailants going door to door, breaking into homes and executing civilians.
In retaliation for the atrocities, Israeli jets have been pounding Gaza — the densely-inhabited coastal strip that Hamas controls — with hundreds of airstrikes, reducing homes and neighborhoods to rubble and a “complete siege” has trapped residents, with many cut off from food and electricity. Hamas warned today (Wednesday 11th October 2023) that its electricity generator “will completely stop within hours,” limiting the ability to provide basic services. “All basic services in Gaza depend on electricity, and it will not be possible to partially operate them with generators due to the prevention of fuel supplies through the Rafah gate,” the Government media office said in a statement. The IDF has also bolstered troops and tanks along the border as speculation of a possible Israeli ground incursion into Gaza grows. Israel's Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said he has “released all restraints” for the IDF in their fight against Hamas, saying the response will permanently change Gaza. “They will regret this moment — Gaza will never return to what it was,” Gallant said. More on this as it becomes available. This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates. [Sources: CARICOM | CNN] We are a small operation. If you've found our articles to be informative, please consider supporting us via PayPal or buying us a coffee. Your contribution is incredibly appreciated and goes a long way. Simply sharing our articles also helps us. Sign up for our free WhatsApp Alerts to be notified as soon as we post breaking news. NEW! Check out our Merchandise Store for high-quality t-shirts, hats and more!
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