At last Columbus City Council joined over 100 US cities, towns, and villages who have passed a ceasefire resolution demanding President Biden and members of Congress to do everything in their power to end the Israeli assault on Gaza that have left over 32,000 Palestinian civilians dead and close to 75,000 more injured. Local Palestinians and their supporters who lobbied CCC for 5 months to pass this measure are now relieved and happy. I firmly believe that passing a ceasefire resolution by Columbus City Council helps make difference by bringing better safety and well-being for Palestinians and Israelis alike. A ceasefire and the restoration of basic necessities along with humanitarian aid would enable the development of political solutions, including the release and safe return of ALL hostages (Palestinians included), rather than resorting to violence through a military option. Currently, there are 129 hostages believed to be held in Gaza, among there eight American citizens. In addition to that, there are still the remains of 21 Israelis who were tragically killed in the IOF bombing.