Last week, Malaysia celebrated its 65th independence day with parades being held at the Independence Square (Dataran Merdeka) in Kuala Lumpur on 31 August.
Yesterday (31 August 2022) Malaysia celebrated our 65th Independence (MERDEKA) Day. A special MERDEKA MARATHON was held...
Posted by Viva Palestina Malaysia on Wednesday, 31 August 2022
However, recently, a Facebook post that went viral stole Malaysians’ hearts showing photos of the people of Gaza who also celebrated the country’s Independence Day, to show their love and gratitude to Malaysians for their support for Palestine.
The people of Gaza held a special independence marathon on 31 August to celebrate the special day!
Another video, shared by Muhammad Nadir Al-Nuri on his Instagram page also shows Palestinians wishing Malaysians a Happy Independence Day.
“Pray for Palestine’s independence too,” the caption reads.
Aw, our hearts! We wish everyone in Gaza well!
By: Aishah Akashah Ahadiat