Letter: It is crucial that our Middle East foreign policy reflects a firm commitment to human rights and the rule of law
Reports from Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International suggest that actions by the Israeli government may constitute violations of international law, including potential war crimes. These concerns are exacerbated by the recent expressions of support from our leaders.• Confiscation of essential resources: Israel has restricted access to vital resources like water and electricity in Gaza, potentially violating international protections for occupied territories .
• Indiscriminate attacks on civilians: High civilian casualties from these attacks warrant investigations as potential war crimes . • Denial of humanitarian access: Severe restrictions on humanitarian aid exacerbate the health care and food crises .