Hamilton calls for help in Gaza

Formula 1 team Ferrari's British pilot Lewis Hamilton shared his photos and opinions about his visit to the Rafah Border Gate between Egypt and the Gaza Strip in his post on his social media account.

Describing the deprivation of people's freedom, security and dignity as a great injustice, Hamilton said, "The genocide that Israel has been carrying out in Gaza for the last three years is appalling. No human life should be treated as if its life is worth less. I have seen walls stretching for kilometers built to keep people inside. While standing outside this place that resembles an open-air prison, the only thought on my mind was to go in and help. I saw trucks loaded with food waiting to enter at the Rafah Border Gate, but these vehicles are often not allowed in." or serious delays are experienced. The first driver in line I spoke to had been waiting for more than 12 hours.” he said.

Stating that he witnessed the intensive efforts of the Egyptian Red Crescent at the logistics center, Hamilton said, "I also saw materials being rejected for incomprehensible reasons. Sleeping bags, first aid kits, medical equipment, wheelchairs, even footballs for children... Israel must fulfill its obligations under the ceasefire and allow aid trucks to enter. There can be no excuse for this. I know many people feel the same helplessness, and feel the need to do something, not just watch. I do not want us to get used to the suffering. We should look the other way, ignore it." "I don't want it." made his assessment.