Protest Against US President’s Proposal to Occupy Gaza
Thousands Take to the Streets to Oppose US Plan
Kuala Lumpur: A peaceful protest was held in front of the US embassy in Kuala Lumpur today, with about 50 people showing their opposition to US President Donald Trump’s proposal to occupy Gaza and forcibly remove the Palestinian population.
The March
The multiracial crowd gathered at Menara Tabung Haji after Friday prayers and marched to the embassy on Jalan Tun Razak, carrying Palestinian flags and placards reading "Gaza is not for sale." The protest was organized by civil society group Sekretariat Solidariti Palestin and the Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organisations.
Key Speakers
Among those present were Seri Serdang assemblyman Abbas Azmi, Pejuang information chief Rafique Rashid Ali, and activist Tian Chua. The protest was a showing of solidarity with the Palestinian people and a rejection of the US President’s proposal, which has sparked anger across the Middle East.
Background to the Conflict
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has been ongoing for decades, with the latest bloodshed triggered on October 7, 2023, when Hamas attacked Israel, killing 1,200 and taking some 250 hostages, according to Israeli tallies. The Israeli military assault on Gaza has killed more than 47,000 Palestinians in the last 16 months, leading to accusations of genocide and war crimes that Tel Aviv denies. The assault has displaced nearly all of Gaza’s population and caused a hunger crisis, with the fighting now paused amid a fragile ceasefire.
Reactions to the Proposal
Trump’s proposal has been met with widespread criticism, with many seeing it as a form of colonialism and a threat to the sovereignty of the Palestinian people. The plan has also been condemned by many governments and international organizations, who have called for a peaceful and diplomatic solution to the conflict.
Conclusion
The protest in Kuala Lumpur is just one of many around the world that have been held in recent days to oppose the US President’s proposal. The international community must come together to support a peaceful and just solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, one that respects the rights and dignity of all parties involved.
FAQs
- What is the US President’s proposal?
The US President has proposed occupying Gaza, moving its residents, and transforming the territory into the "Riviera of the Middle East." - What is the reaction to the proposal?
The proposal has been met with widespread criticism, with many seeing it as a form of colonialism and a threat to the sovereignty of the Palestinian people. - What is the current situation in Gaza?
The Israeli military assault on Gaza has killed more than 47,000 Palestinians in the last 16 months, leading to accusations of genocide and war crimes that Tel Aviv denies. The assault has displaced nearly all of Gaza’s population and caused a hunger crisis.