Hamilton urges Israel to let Gaza aid in after Rafah visit

Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton visited the Rafah border crossing in Egypt and Egyptian Red Crescent aid warehouses on Wednesday, urging Israel to allow aid trucks into Gaza. Hamilton, a seven-time world champion, was briefed on how aid is prepared and coordinated for delivery into Gaza. The three-year Israeli campaign in Gaza has been described as "appalling" and an "injustice" by the Ferrari driver.

He witnessed food trucks ready to deliver supplies at the border, but these were often delayed or rejected for seemingly arbitrary reasons. These included items like sleeping bags, first-aid kits, medical equipment, wheelchairs, and children's footballs. Hamilton emphasized that Israel must fulfill its obligations under the ceasefire and allow aid trucks to enter Gaza, stating, "No excuse."

He expressed his concern for the ongoing suffering and his commitment to not "look away." The 41-year-old Hamilton is a humanitarian advocate, having founded Mission 44 in 2021 to support young people and improve their access to education and employment. Currently, he is fourth in the Formula One drivers' championship, with three races remaining.