Dubai: Lewis Hamilton has spoken about the emotional impact of meeting Palestinian children evacuated from Gaza, describing their resilience and determination to build a future despite the trauma they have endured.
The seven-time Formula 1 world champion recently visited Egypt, where he met children receiving support from the International Network for Aid, Relief and Assistance (INARA). The organisation provides medical treatment, mental health support and education to children affected by conflict.
In a message shared after the visit, Hamilton said meeting the children had “broke my heart”, particularly after hearing about their injuries, loss and separation from family members.
“Beautiful, bright children who have faced trauma, grief and horrendous injuries, things no child should ever have to endure,” he wrote on Instagram while sharing the photos with them.
Some of the children had suffered gunshot wounds and severe burns and continued to face a difficult recovery. Hamilton, however, was struck by their ability to find happiness and support one another.
When asked about their ambitions, several spoke of becoming doctors and teachers so they could help others, just as they had received help.
Hamilton visited children at schools, hospitals and a mental health clinic, as well as families in their homes. He also listened to accounts of relatives being separated by the conflict and the uncertainty surrounding their recovery.
