Lewis Hamilton travels to Rafah to support aid

Lewis Hamilton visited the Rafah border post on the Egyptian side on Tuesday, November 10, reports the English-speaking Emirati daily The National. The seven-time Formula 1 world champion saw trucks loaded with humanitarian aid waiting to enter Gaza.

The pilot also visited the Egyptian Red Crescent warehouses in El-Arich. On site, the teams explained to him how the packages are prepared and then transported to the Palestinian territory.

In Gaza, the arrival of winter has people fearing the worst for families living in tents. According to the daily, Israel continues to limit the entry of relief supplies, despite the urgent needs of the population. On Sunday, five people died after a sand embankment collapsed on tents in Deir Al-Balah.

Hamilton has supported humanitarian causes for several years. In 2021, he notably created Mission 44, an association which supports young people.

His presence in Rafah is a gesture of courage and humanity. By coming there, Hamilton puts his notoriety at the service of the families of Gaza and those who try to help them. This visit will not be enough to get the trucks through, but it helps to remind people of the urgency of helping the population.