Mass Lobby of John Leech MP
Friday the 4th of June, 3pm Withington Library, Wilmslow Road.

End the Siege of Gaza

No to an Israeli enquiry, yes to an International enquiry

Sanctions on Israel – End the EU-Israel Association Agreement

The massacre of at least 9 international humanitarian activists illustrates to the world the extent to which Israel’s words are at odds with its deeds. Despite its professed commitment to democratic ideals and international cooperation in pursuit of long lasting peace in the region, Israel’s assault on the Free Gaza Flotilla adds to its record of putting obstacles in the way of Justice.

This massacre comes in the aftermath of Israel’s 2006 invasion of Lebanon, Israel’s three year siege of Gaza, its assault on Gaza in 2009, recent political assassination abroad, as well as the continuation of illegal settlement building in the West Bank, all of which has continued to hamper the development of regional stability and thus undermined the prospects for real peace with Justice in the Middle East as well as for Palestine.

In light of this record we feel that it is our duty to not simply speak out against Israel’s policies but also now imperative to take inspiration from the anti- apartheid struggle in South Africa and step up our grassroots campaign for solidarity with the Palestinian people in their struggle for Justice and Peace.

Called by: Action Palestine
Supported by: Manchester PSC, Manchester Green Party, MPACUK,