WBII Statement on the Ceasefire Agreement

At We Believe in Israel, we welcome the news of the ceasefire agreement and the impending release of hostages, which will bring immeasurable relief to many families who have endured an agonising wait. It is a moment of profound gratitude and solace, a reminder of the sanctity of life and the value of every soul safely returned.

Yet, even as we mark this moment, let us pause to reflect on those who will not return home. Their absence leaves a void that cannot be filled, a silence that echoes in the hearts of their loved ones and within the soul of our nation. We honour the sacrifices of the brave men and women who stood resolutely in defence of their people, their families, and the enduring principles upon which Israel was founded.

This ceasefire, while welcome, must also serve as a solemn reminder of the arduous road that lies ahead. The battle against those who seek to undermine Israel’s legitimacy, to rewrite history and distort the truth of October 7, remains unrelenting. Antizionism, veiled as activism, continues to pose a grave threat to the Jewish people’s right to self-determination and the very existence of the state of Israel.

The fight against this pervasive campaign of falsehood and hatred is not one we can shirk, nor one we will lose. It demands our steadfast commitment to justice and truth. It calls upon us to ensure that the memory of those who perished and the sacrifices of those who defended Israel will not be in vain.

As we welcome those hostages who will finally return to the embrace of their families, we recommit ourselves to the cause of truth and justice. We do so not only to honour their suffering but to pave the way for a future where peace is not an interlude between wars but an enduring reality. Together, we will stand firm, unyielding in our defence of Israel, our people, and the values that unite us.