Yasmine Aker Instagram – We come together as artists and advocates, but most importantly as human beings witnessing the devastating loss of lives and unfolding horrors in Israel and Palestine. Please join us in demanding that Congress, @POTUS, and other world leaders call for an immediate de-escalation and ceasefire in Gaza and Israel before any more life is lost. We must facilitate a ceasefire without delay – an end to the bombing of Gaza, the safe release of all hostages, and adequate access for humanitarian aid to reach the people that desperately need it. Read our full letter at artists4ceasefire.org #ceasefire #stopgenocide #givepeaceachance #compassion On October 7: 1400 Israelis were killed in the Hamas attack, and over 220 hostages were taken. As of October 23rd, 4 hostages have been released Since October 7: Israeli bombing of Gaza has killed at least: More than 9,193 Palestinians, including at least (as of November 2nd) 4,300 children 26 journalists 135 medical workers 61 teachers 72 UN employees Israel has bombed more than 42% of homes, 206 schools, destroyed 46% of health facilities, and mosques & churches. As of Nov.1, the percentage of destroyed buildings in Gaza has surpassed 45%. #ceasefire #stopgenocide #endapartheid #ceasefirenow