Ms Rachel draws widespread praise for speaking out in defence of Palestinian children
On Monday, the popular American children's content creator, Ms Rachel, explained her decision to speak up for the children of Gaza, saying that the real controversy lies in remaining silent over their suffering.
In a conversation with British-American journalist Mehdi Hasan, she reflected on the pressure to stay quiet and said: "I think it should be controversial to not say anything."
Rachel Griffin Accurso, best known for her YouTube series Songs for Littles, which teaches toddlers nursery rhymes and early learning concepts to an audience of 14.7 million subscribers. She has also used her social media platforms to speak out about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza that has unfolded since Israel launched its military campaign after the 7 October 2023 Hamas-led attack on the southern part of the country.