Since the weekend, Israel and Palestine have been on the news around the world in the face of a conflict that has lasted for decades in the Middle East.
On social media, the issue divides opinions. On the one hand, there are those who avoid taking a stance, either due to lack of knowledge or fear of possible retaliation. On the other, those who are in favor of Israel or Palestine.
Below, the CNN It brought together several national and international celebrities who used their profiles to lament the attacks. Check out:
- Gal Gadot
Interpreter of Wonder Woman, actress Gal Gadot, born in Tel Aviv, Israel, expressed her concern about the conflict and declared that her heart is hurting. “Praying for everyone who is suffering,” she said on Instagram.
In another publication, the star, from a Jewish family, expressed her support for Israel with an image of the country’s flag. “I’m on Israel’s side, and you should be too. The world cannot sit on the fence when these horrific acts of terror are happening,” she added.
- Madonna
On Instagram, Madonna also gave her opinion on the conflict. “Seeing all these families and especially children being herded, attacked and murdered in the streets is heartbreaking”, began the singer who added that conflicts can never be resolved with violence.
Afterwards, the artist gave her support to the Israeli nation. “Let’s all pray. For Israel. For peace. To the world”.
- Natalie Portmann
Born in Jerusalem, the capital of Israel, actress Natalie Portman commented that her heart is broken. It is worth mentioning that, unlike Gal Gadot, she does not usually support the Israeli army’s military attacks against Palestine. In 2018, for example, Portman refused to participate in an Israeli ceremony to avoid supporting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
This time, she provided support to the country and mentioned everyone who is being impacted. “Children, women and elderly people were killed and taken from their homes. I am horrified by these barbaric acts, and my heart is beating full of love and prayers for all the families affected,” she lamented.
- Kylie Jenner
On Saturday (8), Kylie Jenner also showed her support for Israel. However, after the criticism, the socialite deleted the image that featured the country’s flag with the caption: “Now and always, we are with the people of Israel”.
Followed by more than 400 million internet users on Instagram, the positioning caused discomfort precisely because it was considered “superficial”, according to the public. Additionally, others cited Kylie’s friendship with model Bella Hadid who, with a family background from Palestine, openly defends the freedom of the Palestinian people.
Bella and Gigi Hadid need to hurry up and block Kylie Jenner because there is no redemption after what she posted. I bet y’all 100% Kylie doesn’t even know what Israel and Palestine are or where there both located on a map and just reposted what her mommy posted on her story. pic.twitter.com/nHUIp2ZriI
— Lusey (@itsslusey) October 8, 2023
- Kris Jenner
Matriarch of the Kardashian-Jenner clan, Kris shared a post by influencer Jordan C. Brown-Underwood.
“It is absolutely reasonable and logical to oppose the Israeli government’s treatment of Palestinians and SIMULTANEOUSLY call for protection of Jews in Israel and around the world. Hamas is a terrorist organization that is attacking civilians by land, air and sea. The kidnapped Israeli images are shocking and devastating.”
- U2
Last Sunday (8), U2 expressed solidarity with those killed by Gaza militants at a music festival in southern Israel over the weekend.
While performing at “The Sphere” in Las Vegas, Nevada, Bono dedicated the song “Pride (In the Name of Love)” to the victims of the attack.
“In light of what happened in Israel and Gaza, a song about non-violence seems somewhat ridiculous […] but our prayers have always been for peace and non-violence,” said the musician.
“But our hearts and our anger, you know where that points. So sing with us and those beautiful kids at that music festival,” she pointed out.
- Mia Khalifa
Former adult content actress, Mia Khalifa used the old Twitter to show her support for the Palestinian people.
“If you can look at the situation in Palestine and not be on the side of the Palestinians, then you are on the wrong side of apartheid and history will demonstrate that in time,” she wrote.
If you can look at the situation in Palestine and not be on the side of Palestinians, then you are on the wrong side of apartheid and history will show that in time
— Mia K. (@miakhalifa) October 7, 2023
- Katy Perry
Singer Katy Perry used her Instagram profile to share a publication from UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund) that warns of peace among children in areas of war.
“Today’s events are a continuation of the spikes in violence that have been affecting Israel and the State of Palestine […] UNICEF calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities on all sides to protect children from harm,” the caption reads.
- Claudia Leitte
On Instagram, singer Claudia Leitte shared her support for the people of Israel. “In prayer for #Israel”, wrote the artist in the caption of the publication with the country’s flag.
The publication, which received almost 10 thousand comments, received a lot of criticism from internet users. “Let’s pray for everyone who suffers. God has no favorite side in war,” said one.
“Study to find out what is really happening. War is not a social media thread. And those who pay the price are the innocent people of Israel and Palestine,” said another.
- Virginia Fonseca
The digital influencer shared a photo of the Israeli flag and added an excerpt from the Bible.
“Pray for the peace of Jerusalem; those who love you will prosper. May there be peace within your walls, and prosperity within your palaces. For the sake of my brothers and friends, I will say: Peace be upon you. For the sake of the house of the Lord our God, I will seek your good,” she wrote and was soon criticized by internet users who accused her of using the conflict to gain repercussions on social media.
Source: CNN Brasil
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