DiEM25 and the Progressive International have joined forces to launch a global campaign to block former German foreign minister Annalena Baerbock from assuming the presidency of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) this September.
The “Block Baerbock” campaign, calls on individuals, civil society organisations, and political movements worldwide to oppose Baerbock’s appointment due to her role in enabling Israel’s ongoing genocide in Gaza.
“Baerbock’s record disqualifies her from representing the world’s majority,” said spokespeople from DiEM25 and the Progressive International.
“While millions marched for an end to the slaughter in Gaza, Baerbock stood firmly behind Israel’s military campaign, offering unprecedented diplomatic, military, and financial support.”
The campaign denounces Baerbock’s justification of attacks on civilian infrastructure in Gaza, including schools and hospitals, which she referred to as “terrorist infrastructure”, a statement that legal scholars and humanitarian organisations have called a flagrant endorsement of war crimes.
Her unwavering message of “We stand by Israel’s side” has drawn sharp condemnation from human rights advocates worldwide.
“Baerbock is a frantic genocide cheerleader, a politician who has never seen a war she did not like,” our co-founder, Yanis Varoufakis, stated.
“In a time when international law is under daily assault by aggressor and rogue states, the UN General Assembly must be a voice for peace, for justice, and for the respect of international law – not a platform for politicians complicit in crimes against humanity.”
The “Block Baerbock” campaign invites people everywhere to sign a global petition and help spread the message to block this shameful appointment. Only mass mobilisation can prevent Baerbock from assuming this role, which would mark a new low for international diplomacy.
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