Hamtramck, Michigan CEASEFIRE Resolution passed on October 24, 2023

RESOLUTION 2023-164
RESOLUTION CALLING FOR AN IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE IN GAZA

Whereas, the recent and ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine has resulted in the tragic loss of thousands of innocent lives, including women, children, and the elderly; and

Whereas, the conflict has led to the displacement of thousands of individuals from their homes, either due to the absence of peace and security or as a consequence of the destruction of their residences; and

Whereas, millions of people are facing dire circumstances, lacking access to essential necessities such as shelter, clean water, food, electricity, and medical supplies; and

Whereas, there exists a substantial risk that this conflict may further destabilize the Middle East and potentially spill over into neighboring regions, posing a threat to global peace and security; and

Whereas, every individual residing in that part of the world deserves the right to live in an environment marked by peace, freedom, dignity, justice, and the same fundamental human rights enjoyed by people worldwide.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the City Council of the City of Hamtramck, Wayne County, Michigan, call upon President Biden and all elected officials and policymakers in our government to employ their influence and authority to advocate for an immediate ceasefire. We also implore them to facilitate the unrestricted flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza, with the dual purpose of preserving innocent lives, reinstating peace and stability, and preventing the further proliferation of violence to neighboring regions.

PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HAMTRAMCK, WAYNE COUNTY, MICHIGAN THIS 24th DAY OF OCTOBER 2023.

AYES: Alsomiri, Musa, Refai, Hassan, Choudhury, Mahmood NAYS:
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