CIBAC Party-List Representative Bro. Eddie Villanueva strongly denounces the attacks launched against Israel on Saturday. Villanueva is widely recognized as a peace advocate in the country. He is currently the Vice-Chairperson of the Committee on Human Rights of the House of Representatives.

“We condemn in the strongest possible terms the unprovoked attack on Israel and its people in the streets, in bomb shelters and in their homes. We call on the Philippine government to deplore and issue an outright statement condemning this inhumane and barbaric act of violence against Israel,” says the CIBAC solon.

“Israel is a close ally and mutual friend of the Philippines with which we share a deep historical, economic, military, political, social and cultural ties. This is an opportune time that we stand on behalf of Israel. I call on every pillar of Filipino nation – from the government to the churches – to denounce this inhumane attack to the Jewish people,” adds Rep. Villanueva.

During the early hours of October 7, 2023, Hamas launched a massive rocket attack from the Gaza Strip into Israeli territory. Simultaneously, militants infiltrated various locations within the Jewish country. This unprovoked assault prompted the Israeli government to swiftly declare a state of war alert across the nation.

Israel was targeted on the Jewish festival of Simchat Torah, a day meant for joyous celebrations. Regrettably, at least one Israeli woman has been reported dead, and hundreds were wounded at the time of this writing.

“I encourage everyone to continue supporting and praying for peace in the land of Israel,” ends Villanueva.

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