Australian Cricketer Travis Head Joins ‘All Eyes On Rafah’ Global Solidarity For Palestinians
Australian international cricketer Travis Head is one of the many international celebrities who joined the call to ceasefire in Gaza ‘All Eyes On Rafah’. The trend which went viral after the brutal Israeli attack on a camp for displaced people in Rafah massacred 45 Palestinians including children, women and elderly. The Sunrisers Hyderabad batter, who is also contracted to South Australia and the Adelaide Strikers for domestic matches, shared a flyer that went viral with call for ceasefire and invited global outrage against the Israeli atrocity.
#AllEyesOnRafah pic.twitter.com/jn7XlYOSky
— Travis Head 🇦🇺 (@ImTravisHead) May 28, 2024
What Does “All Eyes on Rafah” Mean?
As the inhuman aggression by Israel and Gaza continues, you may have seen people demanding “all eyes on Rafah” – but what does it mean?
Rafah is a city in southern Gaza where many Palestinians have sought refuge following ongoing attacks by Israel. Previously designated as a “safe zone,” Rafah is now a focal point due to the violence.
Israel”s military attack on Gaza that was started on October 7, 2023 has resulted in the deaths of 36,000 Palestinians, including 13,800 children. A recent attack on a Rafah refugee camp over the weekend killed more than 45 people, including children, prompting widespread calls to end the violence against Palestinians.
The phrase “all eyes on Rafah” emphasizes the need for global attention on the situation. It urges people to stay informed about the attacks, not to look away, and to demand a ceasefire.
Currently, aid cannot enter Gaza, and those needing medical treatment abroad cannot leave because Israel has closed the crossing.
The phrase has gained traction on social media and is being used by millions of users, as well as charities and other organisations, to raise awareness and call for action.
