On Tuesday, actress Natalie Portman launched a crowdfunding campaign on her 8.8 million Instagram account for children from families in the Gaza border region.
The Hollywood darling has never been known for shunning Judaism. As an undergraduate at Harvard University, she worked on a famous book defending the Jewish state from its critics. She speaks fluent Hebrew, and in 2015 she wrote, directed, and starred in a Hebrew adaptation of the memoirs of Israeli author Amos Oz. Additionally, she and her ex-husband Benjamin Millepied were married in a Jewish ceremony.
Mr. Portman is the founder of Dror Israel, a social, educational and collaborative initiative that provides help and support to children in Gaza border communities and children whose parents serve on search and rescue teams. (freedom) was published. She leaves her children at home for hours on end to go treat someone in need.
Calling for the release of hostages held in Gaza, Portman said: “Dear International Red Cross, We, the undersigned, are deeply saddened by the ongoing atrocities committed by Hamas and other terrorist organizations in Israel. I express my concerns and respectfully request the international committee.” The ICRC calls for action in accordance with its mission to prevent continued violations of international humanitarian law (IHL). ”
Although Portman embraces Judaism, that courtesy does not extend to the Israeli government, which is often the focus of her criticism. However, the war naturally shifted her focus to unity rather than political conflict. Her Instagram account currently features a video post of dozens of children standing holding placards that read, “Free the Children of Israel,” and “Dozens of Children in Gaza Strip.” “Children are being held captive by Hamas terrorists and they are scared and helpless,” the caption reads. ”
In another post, where comments are disabled, she wrote: “My heart is broken for the people of Israel. Children, women and the elderly are being murdered and kidnapped from their homes. I am horrified by these barbaric acts.” Affected My heart is beating with love and prayers for all the families. ”
