Frank, Ron, Peter, Mike, Christine (kneeling), Ron, and Shelley on 30 September 2025
Veterans For Peace (VFP) Chapter 159 held a rally and press conference in Eugene on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 11:00am at the Federal Courthouse on the corner of E 8th Ave and Ferry St.
The rally called for the immediate release of U.S. veterans and all passengers aboard the Gaza Aid Flotilla, who organizers say have been abducted by the Israeli military.
“We are demanding the safe return of our brothers and sisters, U.S. veterans who courageously joined this humanitarian mission,” said Pat Driscoll, spokesperson for VFP Chapter 159. “Their abduction is unacceptable, and we call on the U.S. government to take swift action.”
Veterans For Peace also demands the unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza, where Palestinians face mass starvation and suffering under an Israeli-imposed blockade. “Blocking life-saving aid is a violation of international law” said Pat Driscoll, “and constitutes a crime against humanity.”
Thanks to Todd Boyle for recording our ceremony calling out for the other Veterans aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla and abduced by the Israeli military.
Six US Veterans including one VFP member abduced by Israel.