Actress Javeria Saud’s has made headlines with the revelation that her daughter Jannat and son Ibrahim have turned down a lucrative offer from a company that supports Israel. Javeria shared this decision on Instagram, highlighting the moral stance taken by her children in the face of significant financial temptation.
The Tempting Offer
Javeria Saud, an Instagram user, posted a picture of her son and daughter on social media. In the caption, she explained that both of them had received an offer to work in a commercial for a company that has pro-Israel leanings. But even though it could have been beneficial for them in terms of money or fame, Jannat and Ibrahim turned down the deal. The starlet revealed that the destination for filming the advertisement was Turkey; not only did she decline, but she also persuaded her parents not to participate, urging them to remain faithful to their principles.
Keeping One’s Morality Intact
Javeria Saud further revealed that her children declined to work with an Israel-supporting firm because they didn’t want their ethics to be compromised. It was indeed a bold move, especially in showbiz, where people tend to sacrifice beliefs for material gains. She said she was proud of them for standing by what they believed in, even if it meant losing out financially saying. Jannat said we can’t support Palestine, so let’s at least boycott anyone who supports Israel. Their protest served as a sign of solidarity with Palestinians over the refusal.
A Reminder of Faith and Principles
Javeria Saud’s children’s stance reminded Javeria of the translation of Surah Al-Fil from the Quran, a chapter that speaks about the protection granted by God to the oppressed. She prayed that such honest and moral children would bless everyone, hoping that their example would inspire others. “Allah bless everyone with such honest and principled offspring, Ameen,” she wrote, highlighting the spiritual and moral dimensions of her children’s decision.
The Broader Context: Ongoing Conflict
It is worth mentioning that Israel has waged a ferocious war in Gaza for the last eight months without managing to win over Hamas, the Palestinian resistance organization. This protracted battle has attracted much international and national attention. Internally, people are asking questions about the Netanyahu government’s strategy for this war, while outside, there is growing pressure on Israel with regard to its attacks on Gazan civilians.
Humanitarian Consequences of the Conflict
Since October 7th, 2023, Israel has killed more than 35 thousand people and injured over seventy-nine thousand in Gaza through bombardments. The UN reports that eight hundred thousand Palestinians have been displaced from Rafah alone. These figures underscore the severe humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza, further contextualizing the moral decisions of individuals like Jannat and Ibrahim Saud.
