Tag: Free Palestine

Gaza’s main public library was destroyed by Israeli airstrikes on Monday, during the humanitarian truce held between Israel and Palestine. Authorities in Gaza City have condemned the destruction, and revealed the library was regularly used by school children and other members of the community before the October 7 attacks by Hamas. Municipal authorities in Gaza…

Rage Against The Machine, Kid Cudi, Arooj Aftab among 2000 musicians calling for ceasefire in Gaza

Nov 28, 2023

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A petition formed by ‘Musicians For Palestine‘ features 2000 signatories calling for an end to the genocide of Gaza and a ceasefire. The letter describes “a textbook case of genocide” happening to the 2.3 million population of Gaza, half of whom are children. “We cannot remain silent in the face of such injustice,” the letter…

UN goodwill ambassador scorecard: How many spoke up for Palestine?

Nov 28, 2023

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Since October 7 when Netanyahu declared war on Gaza and commenced bombardment that many experts are calling a genocide, social media users have expressed outrage against celebrities remaining silent about the atrocities, especially those who work with UNICEF. The UN body provides protection and aid for children from marginalised communities in countries like Syria and…

Israeli soldier posts video playing guitar he stole from Palestinian after bombing

Nov 24, 2023

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A heartbreaking video is going viral on the internet where an Israeli soldier was seen playing a guitar he stole from a Palestinian home after bombing it. The guitar belonged to Hamadah, who shared online that the guitar was gifted to him by his late father, who passed away after the 2014 Gaza attacks. “I…

TikTok users call for Black Friday shopping boycott in protest for Palestine

Nov 23, 2023

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TikTok has turned into an influential platform for speaking up against the atrocities going on in Gaza. After several Jewish actors like Amy Schumer, Sacha Baron Cohen accused the platform of being ‘anti-semitic’, TikTok heads had to release a statement clarifying that today’s teens were vocally pro-Palestinian, hence the algorithm showing more content in their…

‘I’ll go become a carpenter’: Ms Marvel star Saagar Shaikh speaks up on supporting Palestine

Nov 23, 2023

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Pakistani-American Muslim actor Saagar Shaikh has given a masterclass to other Hollywood actors on how to remain true to your principles, even when it costs you your livelihood. The actor was speaking at the ‘Salaam Nerds’ podcast where he spoke about his role as Kamala’s brother, Amir in ‘Ms Marvel’, adding that he was okay…

In the face of indescribable cruelty, Palestinians continue displaying love for animals

Nov 20, 2023

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Despite hardship and violence, Palestinians keep proving their hearts are as big as the sea. As videos go viral of displaced civilians forced to leave behind their homes and belongings during the Israeli airstrikes, one thing remains consistent: the Palestinians will never leave behind their pets. Several videos show Palestinians living in refugee camps and…

‘Player of the tournament’: Protester hailed for wearing ‘Free Palestine’ shirt, halting India vs Australia match

Nov 19, 2023

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A protester is winning praise on social media for running onto the field during the India vs Australia World Cup final while wearing a shirt that said ‘FREE PALESTINE’. The protester was seen standing next to Indian cricket player Virat Kohli and waving the Palestine flag. Wow. #CWC2023Final #FreePalestine pic.twitter.com/87wyshqwc7 — Sana Kazmi (@sanakazmi) November…

X user wins hearts by sharing story of inter-faith marriage of Palestinian parents

Nov 18, 2023

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