Zadie Smith and Ian McEwan among 380 writers and groups to call Gaza war ‘genocide’

A letter signed by 380 writers and organizations, including Zadie Smith and George Monbiot, calls the Israeli government's actions in Gaza "genocidal" and demands an immediate ceasefire. International bodies like Amnesty International and the UN have identified acts of genocide by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismisses the charge as false. The letter emphasizes that this isn't just about numbers but about moral responsibility, urging the distribution of food and medical aid and the release of Palestinian prisoners and hostages. It concludes by stating that this genocide implicates everyone, calling for action to prevent further harm.