The hashtag #SwiftiesForPalestine has been trending on X, garnering 105,000 posts by Wednesday, as fans of Taylor Swift urge the pop superstar to break her silence on the Israeli Occupation aggression on Gaza.

The online campaign gained traction after a devastating Israeli Occupation airstrike in Rafah over the weekend that killed at least 45 Palestinians, triggering global outrage and calls for a ceasefire.

Her fans feel disheartened, noting that Swift has not joined other celebrities like Bella Hadid and Dua Lipa in vocalizing their support for a ceasefire and condemning the violence in Gaza, prompting them to take to social media.

Under the hashtag #SwiftiesForPalestine, fans have posted photos of themselves holding signs reading “We Demand Swift Action!” and “Swifties For Palestine” outside Swift’s Eras Tour venues in Europe.

To all Madrid swifties who are attending the eras tour, please spread awareness about Palestine, whether it be bringing a flag, a sign or exchanging friendship bracelets. Be loud, be angry, make sure you are seen. #SwiftiesForPalestine pic.twitter.com/bJSx8tMzcf

— MÉLINA!! (@melinaswifts) May 29, 2024

They have also circulated an open letter on X, pressing the singer to use her vast platform to advocate for the Palestinian cause. Now, the post has accumulated 2.9 million views and 46,000 likes.

.@taylorswift13 your silence has been deafening and in times like these you should speak up!! #SpeakNow #SwiftiesForPalestine there are children being burned alive and beheaded in rafah so SPEAK NOW TAYLOR #FreePalestine pic.twitter.com/U56rZN6zHD

— robin (@folkwhvre) May 29, 2024

This movement came in the wake of the online “Blockout” campaign, where social media users began blocking celebrities who had not spoken out about the war on Gaza.

Reports indicated that Swift has lost over 200,000 followers across various social media platforms due to this backlash.

This is not the first time the 34-year-old singer has faced criticism for her silence on significant global issues. In an era where neutrality is increasingly seen as unacceptable or even cowardly, public figures, including Swift, are under intense scrutiny, regardless of whether they choose to speak out or remain silent.

#SwiftiesForPalestine pic.twitter.com/GiR1BeKaBC

— jenena (@zeglerzweig) May 30, 2024

#SwiftiesForPalestine pic.twitter.com/z5RWfUqZg6

— tortured larky (@ofthemisery) May 28, 2024