As the 96th Academy Awards unfolded in Los Angeles, the ongoing Israeli aggression and humanitarian crisis in the Palestinian Gaza Strip took center stage, prompting celebrities to make a powerful statement for peace.

Many artists graced the red carpet adorned with red pins symbolizing 'Artists for Ceasefire', a poignant gesture against the Israeli genocide. Actors from the Oscar-winning film 'Anatomy of a Fall' staged a symbolic protest, underscoring their solidarity with Palestine.

Director Jonathan Glazer, whose film "The Favorite Zone" won the Oscar for the best non-English language film, expressed a profound sentiment, stating that the Israeli occupation has stripped away their Jewish identity.

Hollywood luminaries like Billie Eilish, Ava DuVernay, Marc Raffaello, and Rami Youssef joined the chorus of voices advocating for immediate security, justice, and peace for Palestinians, including a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. Youssef emphasized that negotiations can only progress once Israeli bombings cease.

Outside the ceremony hall, Palestinian supporters rallied, chanting slogans for peace in Gaza, underscoring the gravity of the humanitarian crisis.

Actor Bruce Banner, known for his portrayal of Hulk, observed the resonance of the Gaza issue on the Oscars stage, calling upon world leaders to prioritize enforcing a ceasefire in Gaza.

The Oscars, typically a celebration of cinematic excellence, served as a platform for raising awareness and demanding action to end the violence and bring about peace in the embattled region.