A group of Taylor Swift fans is asking the pop star to 'speak up' in support of Palestinians in the Israel-Hamas war.Using the hashtag #SwiftiesForPalestine, the group is urging fellow Swift fans to call on the singer to publicly advocate for civilians in the Gaza Strip.The Palestinian militant group Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, killing 1,200 people and taking roughly 250 hostages.
Other celebrities have attempted to maintain a neutral stance, but that hasn't stopped them from facing public scrutiny. Nor has staying quiet on the topic, particularly if the celeb has been vocal about other causes.Swift's silence on the conflict has irked some of her Palestinian-supporting fans. The 34-year-old was known for not discussing politics or social issues early in her career.