The recent airstrikes in Gaza by Israel have sparked global outrage, with the viral image ‘All eyes on Rafah’ gaining immense traction on social media. The image, shared over 44 million times on Instagram, depicts the plight of Palestinians who fled to Rafah during the military campaign against Hamas.
Celebrities like Pedro Pascal, Bella and Gigi Hadid, and Ousmane Dembele have also shared the image, amplifying the message of solidarity with the victims of the conflict. The hashtag #alleyesonrafah has garnered significant attention on various social media platforms, with millions of messages discussing the Israeli attacks on Gaza.
The airstrikes on Rafah resulted in a tragic incident where a relief shelter caught fire, leading to the deaths of 45 civilians, including children, and injuring 249 others. The devastating impact of the attacks has further fueled the global outcry against the violence in the region.
In response to the viral trend, Israeli authorities have launched their own counter-narrative, highlighting the hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. The Israeli Foreign Ministry shared a photo captioned ‘what your eyes fail to see’, shedding light on the plight of Israeli hostages in the conflict.
As the ‘All eyes on Rafah’ trend continues to dominate social media discussions, the conflict between Israel and Hamas remains a pressing issue that demands international attention and resolution. The power of social media in amplifying voices and raising awareness about humanitarian crises like the one in Gaza is evident in the widespread sharing of images and messages calling for peace and justice.