The world has been captivated by the powerful image of ‘All Eyes On Rafah,’ a social media campaign shedding light on Israel’s air strikes in the southern city of Rafah in Gaza. The devastating attack resulted in the deaths of 45 civilians, including children, at a refugee camp, sparking international outrage and condemnation.
In response, Israel has shared its own image, questioning why the world did not speak out about the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7. This attack led to the deaths of over 1,160 people, mostly civilians, and the seizure of 250 hostages. Israel’s retaliatory military campaign against Hamas has claimed the lives of at least 31,112 people, according to the health ministry in Gaza.
Israel has denied targeting the Rafah camp, attributing the damage to a secondary fire caused by a rocket hitting a Hamas weapons facility. The government, led by Benjamin Netanyahu, posted a picture on social media asking, “Where were your eyes on October 7,” depicting a Hamas terrorist standing in front of a baby.
The ‘All Eyes On Rafah’ campaign went viral, with nearly 45 million users sharing the image on Instagram. Indian celebrities such as Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Alia Bhatt, and Kareena Kapoor Khan joined the movement, bringing attention to the plight of the Palestinians affected by the conflict.
As the world watches and debates the ongoing violence in the region, the images and messages shared by both sides serve as a stark reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of raising awareness and advocating for peace.