380 British Writers Denounce Israel for Gaza 'Genocide' Call Ceasefire

More than 380 writers and organizations, including prominent figures like Zadie Smith, Ian McEwan, and Russell T Davies, have signed an open letter condemning Israel's military campaign in Gaza as 'genocidal' and calling for an immediate ceasefire. The letter demands the unrestricted distribution of food and medical aid to Gaza, the release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners, and sanctions against Israel if it fails to act. The signatories cite findings from Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, and the United Nations Human Rights Council, which have identified acts of genocide committed by the Israel Defense Forces. Israel denies the allegations, labeling reports such as Amnesty's as false and baseless, and maintains its campaign targets Hamas following the October 7 attacks. The letter emphasizes that the use of the term 'genocide' carries legal and moral responsibilities and calls on the international community to end its silence and inaction in the face of the humanitarian crisis, which has resulted in over 54,000 deaths and risks starvation for half a million people in Gaza. The writers express solidarity with all victims and condemn antisemitism and violence against Palestinians, Israelis, and Jewish people alike.