As you prepare to watch the greatest sporting event in the world, we ask you to take a moment to reflect on the untold stories and dreams that were extinguished before they had a chance to begin. Here in Gaza, where our children live under the weight of pain and suffering, we also dream of a share in hope, education, play, and watching the Olympic Games. 🌍🏅
As the Palestinian Olympic team, consisting of only 8 athletes, competes in these games, we remember with sorrow that 69 Palestinian Olympic athletes have been killed since October 2023. These heroes, who were eagerly anticipating their chance to participate or who had retired, like Majed Abu Marahil, the first Palestinian Olympian who passed away due to kidney failure in a refugee camp because of a lack of medical treatment. His simple dream was to live with dignity, but fate did not grant him that. 🕊️😢
Our children are not just numbers on lists of martyrs and casualties. They are living souls with rights to life and dignity, just like any other child in the world. They dream of playing, laughing, and watching the Olympics without fear. These children need your support and attention because they deserve a life filled with hope and opportunities. 🌟
We urge you not to forget our cause amid the celebrations of the Olympic Games. Remember our children who suffer in silence, and know that every support you provide can be a light in their darkness. Let’s use these games as an opportunity to remind ourselves of our shared humanity and the right of every child to hope and live in peace. 🕊️🤝
With heartfelt regards,
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