Mika commits. On October 7, 2023, Hamas attacked Israel, leaving 1,200 people dead and many hostages. Since then, the two states have been waging an unprecedented war. In recent days, other countries such as Yemen, Iran and Lebanon have been affected.
Lebanon, a country dear to the heart of singer Mika since he was born in Beirut in 1983. Faced with the urgency of the situation, the artist spoke on social networks this Friday, October 4. “Upset by the tragedy striking Lebanon, I am launching an emergency appeal for children. More than 1.3 million children are at risk from the escalating conflict and more than 300,000 children have already been displaced.” he wrote in the caption of a video.
Mika: “need our help more than ever”
“In recent days, you have all seen unbearable images of Lebanon, my country, where I was born.” begins the former coach of The Voice. “This tragedy which affects thousands of civilians, families and children upsets me. I have decided to join in and support UNICEF’s appeal for the children of Lebanon, they need our help more than ever. In recent days, hundreds of children have been killed or injured, others are buried under rubble” he said to the camera.
Before continuing: “UNICEF teams are on the ground helping displaced families and providing life-saving humanitarian assistance“by providing drinking water, hygiene kits and even sleeping bags.
Finally, Mika calls to donate to UNICEF “if you can. Thank you with all my heart” he concludes.
