Angelina Jolie is calling for a ceasefire in the conflict between Israel and Palestine. The 48-year-old actress and humanitarian is the latest celebrity to voice concerns for the standoff between the two nations, which began when the militant group Hamas infiltrated Israel, murdering Israelis and taking hostages.
Israel responded by issuing a counteract on Gaza, where Palestinians are dying in the crossfire between Israeli soldiers and Hamas.
Multiple celebrities have made bold statements on the situation, with Angelina being the latest. While she expressed heartfelt sorrow for everyone who has lost their lives, she also hoped that a resolution could be met and revealed how she was supporting the innocent civilians caught in the middle. Head inside to read Angelina Jolie’s statement in full… “Like millions around the world I have spent the last weeks sick and angry at the terrorist attack in Israel, the death of so many innocent civilians, and wondering how best to help,” Angelina wrote.
She continued, saying, “I too am praying for the immediate, safe return of every hostage, and for the families who carry the unimaginable pain of a murder of a loved one.
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