Local Israel and Palestine ceasefire supporters respond to Fargo and Moorhead's joint peace statement

(Fargo, ND) -- Supporters of a ceasefire resolution between Israel and Hamas are sharing their thoughts about a joint proclamation released by Fargo and Moorhead mayors on Friday.

In a statement to WDAY Radio, Kyle Feldhake, a local organizer with CODEPINK, says they are "delighted" to see the statement, and will continue to push for both cities to pass the resolutions passed in each human rights commission. Below is the statement in full from Feldhake and the FM Chapter of CODEPINK.

"We are delighted to see the statement by both of the mayors. It shows they understand the importance of leaders in Fargo and Moorhead speaking out against the worsening humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza. As the manufactured famine intensifies and Israel continues to prepare for its invasion of Rafah, a new study by John Hopkins University and the London School of Hygiene found that an immediate ceasefire would save 75,000 lives. We will continue to push for both cities to pass a statement to further expand on the message delivered by Mayors Mahoney and Carlson."

The resolution condemns Israel for alleged war-crimes in the Gaza strip, calling on local leaders to make a statement against federal support for the ongoing conflict. Recently, Moorhead's Human Rights Commission voted to approved the proposed resolution. Fargo and Moorhead's Commission and Council now have the opportunity to vote on the resolution.

Fargo Mayor Mahoney says he aims to speak on the matter at the next city commission meeting on March 4th. CODEPINK previously stated they would continue to attend city council and commission meetings until a ceasefire resolution was passed by local governments.