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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · 1d

‘There’s a sea of pain that doesn’t get traded or released. Yes, hope flickers for a moment but the exhaustion, the loss & the fear will still sit deep inside.’ - Hani Askari who works for Christian Aid’s partner, Palestinian Centre for Human Rights.

Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · 1d

As our partners move to upscale our humanitarian response, we appeal to world leaders to provide the energy, commitment & principle needed to deliver justice, dignity & prosperity for all.

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · 1d

‘While some will claim this as a historic day, the litmus test will be addressing the root causes of this conflict. Returning to the old status quo will doom Palestinians & Israelis to more tragedy.’ - William Bell.

A sustainable peace is more than the absence of violence.

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · 1d

We welcome the news Israel & Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire in Gaza. It offers the people in Gaza respite from the relentless bombardment, displacement & deprivation.

This is good news for the hostages while also recognising the massive scale of aid that is now needed in Gaza.

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‘The litmus test will be addressing the root causes of this conflict. Returning to the old status quo will doom Palestinians and Israelis to more tragedy.’
William Bell,
Head of Middle East Policy & Advocacy at Christian Aid

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · 3d

With everything happening around the world, we're reminded of the strength found in prayer.

Why do we pray in times of crisis? Swipe along to find out ➡️

Please continue to join us in prayer🙏

Graphic with the text: Why do we pray in times of crisis?

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Prayer gives voice to our grief and sadness.
It helps us bring the world’s pain before God.
Prayer helps us stand together with those who suffer.

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Prayer renews our hope that peace and justice are possible.
It strengthens us to keep acting with love and courage.
Prayer holds both the sorrow of today and the hope of tomorrow.

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · 7d

‘Christian Aid wholeheartedly welcomes Bishop Sarah's appointment as the Archbishop of Canterbury, & we look forward to working with her to strengthen the partnership between the Anglican Communion & Christian Aid’s work to fight poverty & injustice.’ - Patrick Watt.

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · 7d

We welcome the news of the new Archbishop of Canterbury, Bishop Sarah Mullally, Chair of Christian Aid.

Read more about the announcement 👉 caid.org.uk/CAW

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · 9d

The Palestinian people must therefore be active participants in peace, not bystanders. That will require a clearer path to the international recognition of a state of Palestine.

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · 9d

'A sustainable peace of justice, dignity & prosperity for all is not possible until the occupation of all Palestinian territory—including West Bank & East Jerusalem—is ended, full accountability be implemented & Palestinians & Israelis are treated as equals.’ - William Bell.

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · 9d

This plan proposed by the White House answers some of those calls, in addition to the importance of interfaith dialogue. There is also a firm commitment to ensure no one is forced to leave Gaza and those who wish to do so will have the freedom to return.

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · 9d

The conflict in Gaza has taken a devastating toll on the people in Gaza.

We continue our call on the int. community to do everything in its power to allow aid into Gaza, halt its brutal military campaign & implement a ceasefire to end the suffering & see the hostages released.

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · 11d

For more than seven decades, this cycle of displacement & deprivation has continued, making the right to dignity, stability & self-determination not just a political demand, but an urgent human necessity.

Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · 11d

Confined to overcrowded camps communities have been forced to build vertically, creating densely packed & precarious living spaces. Alongside these harsh physical conditions, Palestinians endure routine hostility & discrimination, deepening their sense of exile & marginalisation.

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · 11d

Since the Nakba in 1948, the Palestinian story has been defined by displacement & the struggle to return home.

Millions of Palestinians remain refugees, living in the oPt & across the Middle East. Often denied basic human rights, like work restrictions in Lebanon.

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · Sep 4

The war has stripped Gaza's children of their innocence, their homes & their future. Beyond the physical destruction, the conflict has robbed them of the educational opportunities that are essential for their development.

Demand action now 👉 caid.org.uk/BZR

Gaza Ceasefire - Contact your local politician - Christian Aid

Ask your MP to urge the UK Foreign Secretary uphold international law and protect civilian life

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · Sep 4

As schools go back around the UK we can’t forget the over 650,000 children in Gaza who aren’t able to access education.

‘Previously we were proud that there was no single illiterate child in Gaza, now we are talking about an entire illiterate generation.’ - Christian Aid partner

Infographic titled 'Children in Gaza.' It shares an 8-year-old child's wish to go back to school, love for the color sky blue, and desire to learn, play, and have a childhood amidst the ongoing conflict.

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · Sep 2

Life-saving rescue operations are needed to save the masses trapped under the rubble. With many in need of drinking water, food, shelter, blankets & cooking sets, & critical medical supplies.

Donate what you can today 👉 caid.org.uk/BZM

Afghanistan Earthquake Appeal - Christian Aid

Donate today and share hope with people who've lost their homes, livelihoods and loved ones.

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · Sep 2

We’ve launched an appeal to help the people affected by the earthquake in Afghanistan.

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck eastern & rural Afghanistan—shaking buildings from Kabul to Pakistan's capital Islamabad—has killed more than 900 people.

Photo credits: UPI/Alamy Live News.

Image of the destruction from the earthquake in Afghanistan with the text:
Urgent appeal
Afghanistan Earthquake Appeal
Donate now

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A 6.1 magnitude earthquake has struck eastern and rural Afghanistan.
Shaking buildings from Kabul to Pakistan’s capital Islamabad.
Killing more than 900 people.

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This is a devasting blow, coming on top of the 2023 earthquake in Herat and the continuing dire economic situation. Even before this heartbreaking earthquake, Afghanistan was under immense strain.
Yaqoob Rauf
Programme Manager and Acting Country Manager in Afghanistan, Christian Aid.

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · Sep 1

People have been severely impacted by the earthquake, causing both human casualties & significant financial losses. We've been told homes made of mud & wood collapsed as helicopters were sent in to evacuate the injured.

Please keep the people of Afghanistan in your prayers 🙏

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · Sep 1

Our thoughts & prayers are with our colleagues & all the people affected by the earthquake in #Afghanistan.

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake that struck eastern & rural Afghanistan—& shook buildings from Kabul to Pakistan's capital Islamabad—which has killed more than 800 people.

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When the earth trembles and the mountains quake and the earth melts away…
Hold our hearts, God. Send our hands and feet to help however we can.
When the skies darken and the foundations falter and hell erupts underneath…
Hold our hearts, God. Send our hands and feet to help however we can.

Graphic with text: When fear and grief shake foundations to the core and continue their devastation long after the world falls still…
Hold our hearts, God. Send our hands and feet to help however we can.
Our sisters and brothers, our family, in Afghanistan live this horror - now.
God of uncontrollable love and mercy, may we match your love in the way we respond - now.
Amen.

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · Aug 20

The UK gov's inaction makes them complicit.

Join the fast. Email your MP. Raise your voice.

👉 caid.org.uk/BYQ

Fast for Gaza - Christian Aid

Back our call for the UK Government to do more to end the siege in Gaza.

caid.org.uk

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · Aug 20

Stop starving Gaza.

We continue our #FastForGaza because the Israeli gov continues to use starvation as a weapon of war.
Palestinians are starving. Starvation is a war crime under international law. And silence is complicity.

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Stop starving Gaza #FastForGaza

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · Aug 19

This World Humanitarian Day, we lift our voices in prayer for all facing crisis today.

🌍 May God strengthen local communities, bless those who respond with courage, and unite us in global solidarity.

🙏 Together, in faith and action, may hope and peace flourish.

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God of justice and compassion,
We pray for all facing crisis today.
Strengthen local communities,
bless those who respond with courage,
and unite us in global solidarity,
so hope and peace may flourish.
Amen.

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · Aug 6

Everyday, ordinary Palestinians and Israelis stand up for dignity, equality and a just peace, often at great cost.

As Christians, and people of faith, we cannot turn away from injustice.

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · Jul 31

The UK Government must now do everything in its power to stop Gaza from being bombed & brutalised out of existence. That starts with ending arms sales to Israel.

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