‘Use your influence for the right thing’: Hania Aamir, Zara Noor urge people to call out violence in Palestine

Hania Aamir has urged fellow celebrities and others to use their influence to speak up against the violence on Palestinians.

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In a video posted on social media, the actor got emotional and said that she is ashamed of herself for living a comfortable life whereas, people in Palestine are being bombed. She all those watching to talk about the issue openly so that the pleas of the Palestinians could be amplified and heard across the world.

“Don’t stop talking! Be a better person,” wrote Aamir in the caption.

Hania also regretted how she was posting Eid photos and videos on social media instead of talking about the ongoing situation of Palestine.

The Ishqiya actor added that civil pressure is important for social change, saying: “So talk about it, just one hashtag or two hashtags won’t harm or consume your time.”

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Agreeing with Hania, Ayesha Omar commented: “Absolutely. Absolutely. I couldn’t agree more.”

Meanwhile, Zara Noor Abbas also urged people to raise their voices for Palestinians saying that she is disappointed with those posting Eid pictures on social media.

“For people talking about Palestine/Gaza now, what happened to this conversation when everyone was posting pictures of Eid outfit [of day] 1,2 and 3,” said the actor.

She continued: “Let’s not make this topic convenience related. If you feel ashamed or broken for Gaza, then change your perspective on how you celebrate life of social media and put that particular light on the current chaos in Palestine.

“Don’t showcase happiness if you feel helpless,” she added.

Early on Monday, the Israeli military launched a fresh series of air raids on the Gaza Strip with explosions rocking the Gaza City from north to south in a bombardment that was heavier, wider and lasted longer than the air raids that killed at least 42 Palestinians and wounded dozens more on Sunday.

As per reports, at least 192 people, including 58 children and 34 women, have been killed in the Gaza Strip since violence erupted a week ago.