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380 British Authors Demand Ceasefire, Denounce Israel's Actions

5/29/2025

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Nearly 380 prominent British writers, including Ian McEwan and Zadie Smith, have united in a powerful open letter denouncing Israel's actions in Gaza as "genocidal." They demand an immediate ceasefire and call for global accountability, echoing the sentiments of 300 French authors who also advocate for sanctions on Israel. Their voices resonate with urgency for human rights.

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Nearly 380 prominent British writers, including Ian McEwan and Zadie Smith, have united in a powerful open letter denouncing Israel's actions in Gaza as "genocidal." They demand an immediate ceasefire and call for global accountability, echoing the sentiments of 300 French authors who also advocate for sanctions on Israel. Their voices resonate with urgency for human rights.