At the prestigious Goya Awards ceremony held in Valladolid, Spain, on Saturday, February 10, Spanish actress Alba Flores made a powerful statement. Standing in solidarity with Palestine, she called for peace in Gaza.
Flores’s words resonated strongly as she took the stage amidst the glitz and glamour of the event. In a heartfelt plea, she urged for an end to the conflict in Gaza, emphasizing the importance of peace and unity.
Her bold stance drew attention not only from the audience present at the ceremony but also from people around the world, sparking discussions on the ongoing tensions in the region.
By using her platform to advocate for peace, Alba Flores demonstrated the influential role that artists and public figures can play in promoting social awareness and understanding.
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In an interview on the red carpet, she affirmed her full support for Gaza, which has been under bombardment since October 7, 2023, and said, “I did not know if I would have the opportunity to speak. So I want to bring a reminder. For me, these are dark times because nearly 29,000 people have already been killed in Gaza.”
“It’s hard for me to come and celebrate anything without remembering what’s happening in Palestine, so at least I’m wearing a pin. Even if it’s just a small thing, I wanted to acknowledge it.”
“I know this may not be the place for it, but it’s time to listen to them. And we hope that the government of this country (Spain) can do what they should to stop the war.”
She concluded it by saying, “I hope there are more people who are really making an effort to say what is really happening. I hope this genocide will end. I hope we will have a free Palestine soon.”
At the recent Goya Awards ceremony in Spain, actress Alba Flores made a strong statement for peace in Palestine. Presenting the award for Best Original Song, she left the audience with a heartfelt message: “Goodnight and peace for Palestine.”
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Flores wasn’t alone in her call for peace. Several other Spanish artists and actors also spoke out against the violence in Gaza, urging an end to the Israeli attacks on Palestinians.
The conflict in Gaza, which began on October 7, 2023, has resulted in devastating losses. Hamas militants’ initial attack on Israel led to approximately 1,200 deaths. In response, Israel launched air strikes and a ground offensive in Gaza, resulting in over 28,000 deaths.
The appeals for peace from prominent figures like Alba Flores highlight the urgent need for resolution and solidarity in the face of ongoing violence and suffering.
