British actor and comedian Steve Coogan has spoken out passionately about the plight of children in Gaza, emphasizing that "Gaza’s children are not just a statistic." Coogan made his remarks during a poignant vigil held in central London, where the names of thousands of children killed in Gaza were read aloud by dozens of artists and activists.
The vigil, which took place on Thursday, May 29, 2025, aimed to humanize the devastating toll of the conflict and draw attention to the individual lives lost. Coogan, along with other participants, highlighted the importance of remembering that behind every number is a child with hopes, dreams, and a family.
In his statement, Coogan urged the public and world leaders to look beyond statistics and recognize the human tragedy unfolding in Gaza. He called for urgent action to protect children and ensure their safety, saying that the world must not become desensitized to their suffering.
The event in London is part of a broader movement by artists and human rights advocates to keep the humanitarian crisis in Gaza in the global spotlight and to push for an end to the violence.