The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) on Wednesday condemned the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine that has claimed many lives.
RoyalTimes recalled that on October 8, the Palestinian militant group Hamas attacked Israel in a shocking move killing over one thousand five hundred people.
In a statement, CAN President, Daniel Okoh, said the recent surprise attack by a militant group on Israeli citizens, resulting in the tragic loss of numerous lives and abduction of several persons, including women and children, is a distressing event that undermines the pursuit of global peace.
“The recent surprise attack by a militant group on Israeli citizens, resulting in the tragic loss of numerous lives and the abduction of several persons, including women and children, is a distressing event that undermines the pursuit of global peace.”
He expressed concern over the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict that has resulted in the loss of countless lives, destruction of infrastructure, and deepened the humanitarian crisis in the region.
“The loss of innocent lives on both sides of the conflict is a tragic consequence of this escalating situation, and we extend our deepest condolences to all those who have suffered the loss of their loved ones in these incidents.
“Consequently, we call for an immediate cessation of hostilities and violence between Israel and Palestine. We believe in the sanctity of human life and the principles of justice and peace, as upheld by our Christian faith. We urge all parties involved to engage in dialogue and seek diplomatic solutions.”
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