In an inspiring display of solidarity with Gaza, the O2 Arena Wembley in London witnessed an extraordinary atmosphere of enthusiasm and support, as chants in favor of the Palestinians echoed throughout the venue and a spirit of humanity united all attendees.

All tickets for the arena, which accommodates 12,500 people, were sold out for the largest fundraising event in the UK supporting Gaza residents, raising approximately £1.5 million (USD 2.04 million) to aid humanitarian relief efforts in the besieged Strip.

“Together for Palestine” The “Together for Palestine” (T4P) concert, broadcast live with tickets priced at £70 ($95), marked the latest event in a series of pro-Palestinian initiatives in London, which has seen waves of marches and demonstrations since the war began nearly two years ago.

The event was organized by British musician and political activist Brian Eno, aiming to raise funds for charities operating in the Palestinian territories and encouraging celebrities to speak out in support of Gaza.

Stars raised their voices for Palestine The event featured prominent artists and public figures, including actor Benedict Cumberbatch, singer Florence Pugh, and documentary filmmaker Louis Theroux, who filmed his latest work in the occupied West Bank interviewing settlers, alongside Palestinian voices and human rights activists.

Cumberbatch recited the poem “On This Earth, What Deserves Life” by the late Palestinian poet Mahmoud Darwish in a moving performance that touched the hearts of the audience and drew warm applause.

Eno noted that hosting an event bearing the name “Palestine” was nearly impossible at the same time last year, adding: “I think Israel believed that starving an entire people would be acceptable to everyone, and that changed people’s opinions.”

The crowd, many waving Palestinian flags, cheered for the UN Special Rapporteur on the Situation of Human Rights in the Palestinian Territories, Francesca Albanese, who has faced harsh criticism from Tel Aviv and some of its allies. In her speech, Albanese said: “Israel continues destruction, killing, and occupation in the Palestinian territories. It has killed more than 65,000 people in Gaza, and many say the real number is much higher.”

A notable contribution by Malak Mattar The stage was also adorned with Palestinian artworks by Gazan artist Malak Mattar, depicting the situation in Gaza. Mattar stated: “We want to empower people to take action. We owe it to the people of Palestine through our solidarity.”

All funds raised from the concert and online donations will go to the British charity Choose Love, supporting Palestinian organizations providing humanitarian relief to the residents of the besieged Strip.