Celebrities around the world expressed outrage on social media and called for an immediate ceasefire after Israeli airstrikes set off a deadly fire in Rafah on Monday, killing 45 Palestinian refugees.
Pakistani actor Faysal Quraishi expressed his sorrow and solidarity with the victims through his Instagram story. He wrote, “All eyes are towards Rafa. All hearts are towards Rafa. All thoughts are towards Rapha. Every prayer includes Rafa.” His words resonated with many who mourned the loss of innocent lives and called for an end to the violence.
Imran Abbas, another famous Pakistani actor, strongly wrote on Instagram, “Now there is a ceasefire… What are we waiting for? Why are we Muslims silent when the UK is also raising its voice? The answer is there is no need for it.” appealed. Feeling the pain of burning children and human beings alive does not belong to any religion.”
Hollywood actor famous for Netflix series wednesday, Jenna Ortega also expressed her pain, highlighting the ongoing plight of children in the conflict. “The public is debating a ceasefire as tens of thousands of children continue to be massacred. Where is humanity?” he said in a post that highlighted dystopian political discussions and the brutal reality on the ground.
Model and actor Saheefa Jabbar Khattak, who often uses social media to amplify social causes, uses her Instagram Stories to draw parallels between Israel's apartheid regime and Pakistan's lack of protection for minorities. I criticized a lot of people. In her lengthy post, she recalled Kim Kardashian's recent declaration that “All Lives Matter” calling for the liberation of Palestine.
Saheefa claimed he disagreed. “To those who suggest that I should focus first on my own country and deal with the killings that occur here, my answer is: Please do some research on ethnic cleansing, war, and genocide. My country, too, deserves condemnation because it is inhumane, wrong, and painful. “Do it,” he said.
“But please, don’t say that only one side should be blamed and not the other. I implore you, as taxpayers and as citizens of your country, to the higher authorities of the government of Pakistan to work hard for the growth and economy of Pakistan. “We cannot forget that our flag is incomplete without the white color representing our ethnic minorities.”
Saheefa's detailed posts continued to call for comprehensive education and activism. “Do not justify genocide, unlawful killings, rapes, assaults, violence. When the Black Lives Matter movement began, some people countered by saying ‘all lives matter,’ which was not intentional, but from the narrative of the main movement. “It’s just to divert attention.”
Her impassioned appeal included a call for a targeted boycott and a nuanced understanding of the situation. “It's not possible to boycott every company on the list,” the actor said. Like many of his fellow influencers, he has stopped supporting many brands. Remember, the list is extensive, containing hundreds of products from major companies. Focus There is a reason why we do it.” I boycott.”
According to Saheefa, a widespread, unspecified boycott is “easier said than done” but could be detrimental or impossible for “third world countries with limited resources.” “Don't boycott all 200 products. Investigate why we are targeting Coke, Starbucks and McDonald's. They were the first company to openly fund and support genocide. They are the children of Gaza who were brutalized. “I urge each of you to educate yourselves as you are starving on the streets, being brutally murdered, raped and fed by IDF soldiers as they leave,” she pleaded.
The collective voices of these celebrities reflect the growing global call for the liberation of Palestine and an end to Israel's apartheid regime, which continues to claim countless innocent lives. Their heartfelt messages resonated far and wide, highlighting the loss of life due to conflict and calling for immediate action to prevent further loss of life.
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