Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai calls for immediate cease-fire

Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai has vehemently condemned the ongoing Israeli assaults in Gaza, citing "disturbing signs of genocide" and urging an immediate cease-fire.

Speaking from Istanbul, Yousafzai discussed the discovery of mass graves at the Shifa and Nasser Hospitals as stark reminders of the atrocities Palestinians face.

"When we see the alarming signs of genocide, we cannot afford to wait to act," Yousafzai declared on the social media platform X. She emphasized the urgency for global leaders to halt these war crimes and hold the guilty parties accountable.

Amid global outrage over Israel's attacks now exceeding seven months, Yousafzai stressed the needless horror observed in Gaza.

"We do not need to see more dead bodies, bombed schools, and children dying of starvation to understand that a ceasefire is urgent and necessary," she stated firmly.

Yousafzai consistently voices her criticism, focusing on the breach of international law and ongoing war crimes by the Israeli government. "I have condemned and will continue to condemn the Israeli government for its violations of international law and war crimes," she reiterated.

In response to backlash concerning her Broadway musical co-produced with former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Yousafzai clarified her position unequivocally. Despite Clinton's known support for Israel’s military stance in Gaza, Yousafzai assured: "I want there to be no confusion about my support for the people of Gaza."

This collaboration with Clinton has sparked significant controversy, with many in Pakistan expressing disappointment. Critics argue that Yousafzai's partnership undermines her credibility as a human rights activist, a sentiment echoed by prominent Pakistani columnist Mehr Tarar on X, calling it "utterly tragic."

Source: Newsroom