Anwar calls on Trump, world leaders to act urgently to end Gaza oppression
"In this regard, I urge all those with influence over Israel to find the courage to act decisively.
"I especially appeal to US President Donald Trump to use his influence to press for an immediate end to the killings, stop the indiscriminate bombings, and ensure that humanitarian aid reaches those in need without obstruction.
"This is the hour for moral leadership. This is the time to uphold the values we claim to defend," he said in a clip posted on his Facebook page.
Anwar said the aggression against the Palestinians in Gaza reflected an appalling disregard for human life and dignity, and it must end, as it violates the most basic moral code.
"Malaysia calls on all world leaders to act with urgency.
"Every government that believes in international law, every nation that claims to value human life, must speak with one voice.
"Malaysia stands ready to work with all nations — North and South, East and West — to bring relief to Gaza and to restore the basic principles of humanity.
"Let us not be remembered as those who stood by. Let us be guided by our conscience, to answer suffering with compassion and to pursue peace for the sake of our humanity."
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