In recent years, the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement has garnered global attention as it advocates for civil rights and addresses issues related to systemic racism and police violence. While it is not the policy of BLM to take positions on international geopolitical conflicts, we would like to clarify our stance regarding recent events in the Middle East.

The BLM movement was founded to address issues of racial injustice and inequality in the United States. Our primary focus has always been on advocating for the rights and equality of Black individuals and communities. We have not taken an official stance on international matters, including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Individual expressions of support for any side in the Middle East conflict by BLM-affiliated groups or activists do not represent the official position of the BLM organization. BLM is a decentralized movement with various groups and chapters that operate independently and may hold diverse views on global issues.

BLM’s core mission remains committed to addressing racial disparities, advocating for justice, and fighting against systemic racism within the United States. We believe in the importance of inclusive and respectful dialogue, and we encourage individuals and groups to engage in constructive conversations on international matters without conflating them with the goals and objectives of the BLM movement.

Our commitment to ending racial injustice and promoting equality remains unwavering. We will continue to focus our efforts on these important domestic issues while respecting the right of others to engage in discussions on broader global topics.

It is crucial to remember that the BLM movement does not have a single, uniform stance on international conflicts, and our core mission revolves around matters related to racial equality and justice.

This statement clarifies the Black Lives Matter movement’s official position on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and emphasizes its primary focus on addressing racial inequality and injustice in the United States.