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Sri Lankan parliament unanimously approves IMF austerity measures

^{Published on 2024-12-11 22:20:53 - World Socialist Web Site}
 

• The next budget will mean further increases in taxes, utility rates and fuel prices, as well as slashing vital public services and a fire-sale of state-owned enterprises, destroying hundreds of thousands of jobs.

The article from the World Socialist Web Site (WSWS) discusses the ongoing conflict in Gaza, focusing on the Israeli military's actions and the international response. It reports that the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have intensified their operations in Gaza, particularly in Khan Younis, leading to significant casualties and displacement among the Palestinian population. The article criticizes the Israeli government's strategy, which it describes as genocidal, aimed at ethnically cleansing Gaza. It highlights the dire humanitarian situation, with shortages of food, water, and medical supplies, and the destruction of civilian infrastructure. Additionally, the piece condemns the support from Western governments, particularly the United States, for enabling Israel's actions through military aid and political backing. It also mentions protests and strikes in solidarity with Palestine across various countries, reflecting growing international opposition to Israel's policies. The article calls for an immediate ceasefire, the lifting of the siege on Gaza, and an end to the occupation, framing the conflict within the broader context of imperialist policies and the need for global working-class solidarity.

Read the Full World Socialist Web Site Article at:
[ https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2024/12/12/pknx-d12.html ]

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