Australian actress Cate Blanchett made a striking appearance at the Cannes 2024 Film Festival, catching the attention of social media users with her choice of attire. Blanchett’s black-white-green dress, set against the backdrop of the festival’s red carpet, bore a resemblance to the colors of the Palestinian flag, sparking speculation that she was showing solidarity with the Palestinian cause.

Known for her advocacy work, Blanchett’s gesture at Cannes could be seen as a continuation of her stance on the Israel-Hamas war. In November, shortly after the conflict began, the Oscar-winning actress and UNHCR goodwill ambassador urged for a humanitarian ceasefire during her address to the European Parliament.

During her speech, Blanchett emphasized the human cost of the ongoing conflict, expressing her role as a witness to the suffering endured by innocent civilians. Her actions at Cannes seemed to echo her plea for peace and compassion in the midst of the Israel-Hamas conflict.