Commissioner Ted Terry Introduces Resolution Calling for Immediate Permanent Ceasefire between Israel and Palestine

Proposed resolution would join a growing movement of jurisdictions nationwide that recognize the critical need to end this carnage of human lives

On Tuesday, Dec. 5, Commissioner Ted Terry (D-District 6) introduced a resolution calling for an immediate permanent ceasefire between Israel and Palestine.

After the Oct. 7 terrorist attack by Hamas, an internationally designated terrorist organization, DeKalb County condemned the slaughter of innocent, unsuspecting civilians in their homes, communities and at the Nova music festival.

Now, 59 days into the war, Gaza is in the midst of a horrific humanitarian crisis, thousands of Palestinian civilians have been killed, and vital necessities like clean water, food, fuel, shelter and medical aid are critically low or nonexistent, with a possible famine looming. 

“Undoubtedly, the situation in the Middle East is extremely complex, but one thing is clear, the continued military action and escalating bloodshed is catastrophic for innocent Palestinians and further endangers Israeli hostages still held in Gaza and Jews in Israel and around the world,” said Commissioner Ted Terry. “Israel’s extreme right-wing government must be stopped from continuing to disregard civilian lives and putting their own hostages and civilians in jeopardy.”

“The rise of increased antisemitism and Islamophobia must be condemned,” continued Commissioner Terry. “And continued bloodshed will only increase blind hatred and political radicalization in the Middle East and here at home. That’s why today I’m calling for a permanent ceasefire in the region.”

The proposed resolution calls for:

• A permanent cease-fire in Israel and Gaza
• The immediate release of all hostages
• An end to the blockade and siege of Gaza 
• The prompt provision of humanitarian assistance to Gaza 
• All parties to fully comply with their obligations under international law
• A condemnation of rising antisemitism and Islamophobia that has been seen in the United States and worldwide