This is just as bad.

The CPUSA joins the CPI and Hadash in decrying civilian deaths. The CPI and Hadash write “even in difficult days like this – we repeat and voice an unequivocal condemnation of any harm to innocent civilians, and call for their removal from the bloodshed. We send our condolences to all the families of the victims of the occupation, Arabs and Jews alike.”

“Today’s events show the dangerous direction the Netanyahu government and the settlers are leading the entire region, and emphasize once again that there is no way to manage the conflict or resolve it militarily,” they continue.

“There is only one solution: End the occupation. Recognize the legitimate demands and rights of the Palestinian people. The end of the occupation and the establishment of a just peace are a distinct and common interest of the two peoples in this country.” Peace in Israel/Palestine requires justice. UN resolutions must be more than paper. Security must be guaranteed, not just for Israelis but equally for Palestinians. All human rights, all rights of full citizenship, all rights of return must be implemented.

The CPUSA reaffirms, side by side with our fraternal parties in Israel and Palestine and indeed the world Communist and Workers movement, the need for a political solution and the right of the Palestinian people to self-determination and a homeland.

US communist party: “The settlers are also victims of the occupation ☹️☹️☹️. Armed struggle is bad ☹️☹️”