The recent surge of the hashtag ‘All Eyes On Rafah’ has sparked widespread global attention to Israel’s air strikes in Rafah, Gaza. This social media movement highlights the tragic loss of civilian lives, including children, at a refugee camp in Rafah. The incident has elicited international outrage and further isolated Israel over its actions in Gaza.
In response, Israel has issued a counter-narrative, drawing attention to a previous Hamas attack on October 7, which resulted in significant casualties and hostage-taking in Israel. The ongoing military campaign by Israel to dismantle Hamas has led to a staggering death toll, with thousands of lives lost, according to Gaza’s health ministry.
Despite Israel’s denial of directly targeting the Rafah camp, the exchange on social media of post ‘All Eyes On Rafah’ has intensified discussions surrounding the Israel-Gaza conflict. The engagement of notable Indian celebrities in the movement underscores its global reach and impact.
The exchange reflects the complexity and tension inherent in the Israel-Gaza conflict, prompting individuals and personalities worldwide to engage with the issue and draw attention to the plight of civilians caught in the crossfire.