CUPE is appalled by comments from US President Donald Trump suggesting the United States permanently displace hundreds of thousands of Palestinians so it can occupy the Gaza Strip and build a resort in the territory devastated by 15 months of continuous bombing.
This is the definition of ethnic cleansing.
The Canadian government and the international community cannot allow these comments to pass unchecked. Donald Trump believes he is above international law - the international community must show him otherwise.
The right to self-determination of the Palestinian people is recognized under international law and must be respected by both Canada and the United States. CUPE calls on the Canadian government and the international community to reaffirm the necessity of a permanent ceasefire, and the release of all hostages and political prisoners from Palestine and Israel.
Palestinians and Israelis both deserve a just and lasting peace.