Kenya Stands With Israel, Ruto Says Amidst War With Palestine

President William Ruto has made a resolute decision to stand in solidarity with Israel in light of recent attacks by Palestine.

A press release issued on Saturday by Ruto denounced the attacks, stressing that Kenya vehemently opposes terrorism. He affirmed that Kenya is committed to its support for the State of Israel and strongly deplores the malicious attack on innocent citizens as acts of terror. On Saturday, militants from Palestine unleashed a sizable attack on Israel, trespassing over the Gaza-Israel barrier and taking hold of the Gaza boundary entrances and adjacent Israeli metropolises. This assault has resulted in a death toll of at least 250 individuals.

President Ruto emphasized Kenya's strong stance that terrorism holds no justifiable ground. He stressed that all acts of terrorism pose threats to global security and can never be defended, regardless of the perpetrators or their motives. The President rallied the world to come together in trending a hardline approach in bringing to justice all connected to terrorism including organizers, sponsors, financiers and facilitators while holding them accountable for their vile crimes.

"In consideration of the complex and delicate context of the security situation in Israel-Palestine, Kenya also makes a call for the de-escalation of violence and urges all parties to restrain from further military action, given its potential to intensify carnage and the suffering of innocent civilians, and to trigger heightened tension in the region and beyond," he said.

With rising casualties, Kenya is calling for everyone involved to respect the rights of civilians and fulfil their responsibilities under international law. The President called for an end to the violence from both factions. The Head of State also confirmed Kenya's unwavering support for those advocating for an immediate cease-fire and a peaceful resolution to the conflict. On behalf of the people and government of Kenya, Ruto extended his heartfelt sympathy and offered condolences to the families affected by this tragedy.