Pro-Israel Christians post a rival leaders’ letter on Gaza
By John Sandeman, The Other Cheek. (Image credit: John Sandeman)
An open letter calling for a Gaza crossfire signed by a wide range of Australian Christian leaders, including denominational heads, has been countered by a pro-Israel group’s rival open letter.
The letter, timed for Passover, which begins today, is addressed to Federal Ministers and responds to the recent announcement by the Foreign Minister, Senator Penny Wong, suggesting that the government may recognise a Palestinian state, considering that it could be a way to peace. A United Nations Security Council meeting last week did not accept a bid by the Palestinian Authority to be recognised as a full member of the UN, following a veto from the United States
“We represent hundreds of thousands of Australian Christians. How is it that after a horrific massacre inflicted on Israelis on October 7th, Australia is on the verge of recognising a Palestinian State a reward for terrorism and an unthinkable signal be sent to all terrorists and fuel the fire of already unacceptable levels of antisemitism in our nation?” the letter asked.
“How will this bring peace when every time Israel has consented to give more land away, terrorism and hatred against the Jewish people have intensified? This emboldens the Palestinians to commit even more attacks as there are financial rewards (‘pay for slay’).”
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