Jesse Williams, the acclaimed actor known for his roles in Grey’s Anatomy and his advocacy on social justice issues, has recently turned his attention to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Utilizing his platform to call for action and awareness, Williams has been vocal about the need for a ceasefire and the protection of innocent lives.

On Instagram, Jesse Williams shared images from Artists4Ceasefire, including one that read, “We refuse to tell future generations the story of our silence, that we stood by and did nothing. History is watching.” In the caption, Williams conveyed a powerful message about the universality of suffering, writing, “Killing civilians is killing civilians is killing civilians. Whether you know them or not. A child is a child whether yours or mine, and they have nothing to do with this. No amount of anger changes that. This, my friends, is a test.”

Williams’ posts reflect his commitment to advocating for the protection of civilians and emphasizing the shared humanity across all affected communities.