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A ‘Tree Planting’ ceremony is taking place in Camlough tomorrow 3 August at 11am to mark the 300th day since the start of Israel’s military assault on Gaza.
Organised by the group, ‘Gaels Against Genocide’ the ceremony will take place at the village Garden of Remembrance.
One of the organising committee is well known Gael and community activist Pat McGinn. Pat who is extending a welcome for all with an interest in the Palestine issue to attend, explained,
"Gael’s Against Genocide have been active throughout Ireland in highlighting the continued Genocide in Gaza.
"We are organising events throughout the country this weekend to mark 300 Days of genocide in Gaza.
"Our Group is open to all like minded Gael’s, Groups and individuals whose objective is the demand for a permanent ceasefire and the immediate withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza
"Gaels against Genocide in Gaza are encouraging all to get involved in our events across Ireland this weekend to mark 300 Days of Genocide in Gaza”.
Pat continued "The Israeli military onslaught against the Palestinian people is barbaric and in clear violation of international humanitarian law. An unconditional ceasefire must be urgently called and Israel must be held accountable for its actions."
The death toll since the war started is now nearing 40,000 with over 90,000 injured.
"This is an opportunity to demonstrate that we stand with the people of Gaza and the West Bank and to reiterate calls for an immediate ceasefire, and an end to the occupation”. He said.
Concluding the Gaels Against Genocide spokesperson said “We invite sports teams, club members and individuals to attend. We would be delighted if those attending would wear their club/county colours.
"The Tree Planting ceremony vigil like all events organised by Gaels Against Genocide, will be inclusive and respectful.
‘Doing It For Palestine ‘
The tree planting will be carried out by Donna McCoy Sloan & her family members.
Donna is a highly respected community activist and she spent most of her adult life prior until she was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) in March 2021, fighting to ensure that the most vulnerable in our society had their voices heard.
A committed defender of human rights, it is fitting that Donna and her family join us as we mark 300 days of genocide & slaughter of the Palestinian people.
