Maltese President Calls Gaza Violence 'Genocide'

Former Maltese President Condemns Gaza Violence as 'Genocide' Paris, France – Former Maltese President Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca has issued a scathing denouncement of Israel's military campaign in Gaza, characterizing it as a multifaceted assault on life, encompassing genocide, apartheid, and ethnic cleansing. Speaking at the Freedom for Palestine International Conference, Preca, with a Palestinian flag draped over her shoulders, presented stark statistics illustrating the catastrophic humanitarian situation. Over 52,000 lives have been lost, more than 90% of the population displaced, and 470,000 teetering on the brink of starvation. "This is not collateral damage," she declared, "This is genocide by every legal and moral definition." Preca underscored the urgent need for a permanent ceasefire and the importance of providing therapeutic support for the traumatized children of Gaza. She also advocated for a global coalition to dismantle the structures that enabled this crisis. Her words carry significant weight given Malta's upcoming recognition of Palestine, signaling a potential shift in international relations. Preca's impassioned plea serves as a stark reminder of the urgency of the situation and the need for global action.