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In a rare commentary on the ongoing Gaza conflict, Mohamed Salah, the renowned Liverpool forward, shared a touching Christmas message, urging not to forget the families affected by the violence. Salah, who had faced criticism for his initial silence, posted a black-and-white image of a Christmas tree on his social media platforms, reaching out to his millions of followers.
The conflict escalated when Hamas militants launched a cross-border rampage on Oct 7, leading to intense bombardment by Israel. Salah acknowledged the gravity of the situation, stating, “With the brutal war going on in the Middle East, especially the death and destruction in Gaza, this year we get to Christmas with very heavy hearts.”
The footballer emphasized the importance of not becoming desensitized to the suffering and urged people not to forget the grieving families. Salah’s message comes after his significant donation to aid the people of Gaza, as confirmed by Egyptian Red Crescent officials in October.
While Salah’s initial silence sparked criticism in his native Egypt, his Christmas message reflects his growing engagement with the conflict. In his first comments on the matter in October, Salah called for an end to what he described as “massacres” and appealed for humanitarian aid to be allowed into Gaza.
As the football star continues to use his platform to raise awareness about the plight in Gaza, his Christmas message serves as a reminder of the human cost of the conflict and the need for international attention and support.
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