Let's talk about Palestine, Sabah Amanah Youth tells non-Muslims

Non-Muslims should be allowed to engage in dialogue about the government’s efforts over Palestine, said Sabah Amanah Youth.

Its chief Rendy Ismail said that non-Muslims, particularly in Sabah, have been criticising support for Palestine.

“Massive gatherings that have taken place, campaigns through writing and sharing on social media about Palestine may have disturbed some non-Muslims who do not understand the struggle (movement) that is being fought.

“Some think this is a religious issue, and some may support Israel. There are also some who criticise the boycott campaigns, which led to them being cynical and opposing such campaigns.

“I’ve observed some who have made their stance clear and some who have not. But I worry that the Palestinian issue may eventually incite hatred among the community,” he said in a statement today.

Rendy clarified that he was not singling out all non-Muslims as some do support the Palestinian cause.

He said that a dialogue must be had with the non-Muslim community to reach a consensus on the issue.

“In Western countries like Ireland, they openly support the Palestinian cause.

“I am sure there is something that can be conveyed so that they are clear about what is actually being fought for in this Palestinian issue,” he added.

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