UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Priyanka Chopra Jonas recently joined numerous global figures in addressing the distressing conflict between Israel and Palestine, a situation that has tragically claimed the lives of numerous children on both fronts. She reshared a UNICEF Instagram post advocating for a "lasting humanitarian ceasefire [for children]" amidst the ongoing conflict.
In November, a coalition of prominent personalities penned an open letter, urging swift action from the US Congress and President Joe Biden to address the increasing death toll in Palestine and strive for de-escalation and a ceasefire in Gaza. Renowned figures like Richard Gere, Hasan Minhaj, Gigi and Bella Hadid, along with Priyanka Chopra, were among those advocating for a cessation of hostilities. ALSO READ | Bella Hadid’s Phone Number Leaked? Claims Received 'Hundreds Of Death Threats' Amid The Rising Tensions Between Israel-Palestine
In Hollywood, the Israel-Hamas conflict has sparked divisions, prompting scrutiny of celebrities for their positions regarding Israel or Palestine. Gigi Hadid advocates pro-Palestine views, while others like Gal Gadot stand in support of Israel, creating a split among celebrities. PeeCee comes in advocating for peace after sharing this post. ALSO READ | Kim Kardashian Brutally Slammed As She Breaks Silence On Israel-Palestine Conflict Amid Rising Tensions! Netizens Say, ‘Do Your Research’
Following a seven-day break from appalling violence, the conflict has reignited, leading to the tragic certainty of more children losing their lives. Before the pause, over 5,300 Palestinian children reportedly lost their lives in 48 days of continuous airstrikes, a number that excludes numerous children still unaccounted for and believed to be buried under debris. These are the numbers shared by UNICEF's official Instagram page which is shared by Priyanka Chopra as her IG story. Take a look.
It all began when Hamas terrorists launched a planned rocket assault on Israel from the Gaza Strip on 7 October, killing 1,200 people and taking about 240 hostages. The Israeli military responded with air strikes on Gaza, and launched a ground offensive. More than 17,100 people people have been killed in Gaza. Hamas is designated as a terrorist organization by numerous countries, including the United States, Israel, the European Union, Canada, and others.
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