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The National Council on Canada-Arab Relations (NCCAR) is deeply saddened and troubled to learn that an Israeli air attack has killed and injured a "large number" of displaced people who were seeking shelter at St. Porphyrius Church compound in Gaza. This tragic incident not only represents a severe violation of religious and cultural heritage but also underscores the urgent need for the international community to take immediate action to protect innocent civilians and places of refuge during the ongoing conflict.
Located in Gaza, the St. Porphyrius Church, the third oldest church in the world, had opened its doors to those seeking safety from the violence that has engulfed the region. The loss of life and injuries sustained by those taking shelter at this sacred site are a grave tragedy and a stark reminder of the human cost of the ongoing conflict.
NCCAR strongly condemns such actions that put the lives of innocent civilians, including children, at risk and result in the destruction of historic and sacred landmarks. We call on all parties involved to respect the sanctity of religious sites, protect displaced individuals, and refrain from acts of violence that endanger civilian lives.
This heartbreaking incident emphasizes the urgent need for a peaceful and just resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. NCCAR believes that only through dialogue, cooperation, and adherence to the principles of international law can lasting peace and stability be achieved in the Middle East.
Our thoughts are with the victims and their families affected by this tragic event, and we reiterate our call for an end to the cycle of violence and the protection of cultural and religious heritage in conflict zones. It is our hope that such devastating incidents may never be repeated.
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"Église orthodoxe grecque historique de Gaza touchée par des frappes de missiles israéliens."
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