Faith, politics and armed resistance: A Palestinian-Christian perspective

At a Palestinian-Christian conference, speaker Hatem El-Sayegh argued that the moral path is to be "pro-Christ" rather than simply "pro-Palestine," emphasizing an inclusive love that transcends individualistic perspectives. The discussion is framed within the context of Gaza's small Christian community, which has relied on its faith to endure what is described as a genocide by Israel. This perspective highlights the intersection of faith, politics, and the concept of armed resistance. El-Sayegh's daughter, Lydia, reinforced this by stating that being "ever loving in Christ" is a consistently revolutionary act.