Melania Trump’s recent “peace letter” to President Vladimir Putin has sparked mockery from Fox News followers on X (formerly Twitter), who argue that if she truly cares about children, she should direct her attention to the thousands of Palestinian children killed in Gaza.
Calls for Consistency in Advocacy
Critics on social media have pointed out the stark contrast between Melania Trump’s appeal for peace with Russia and the ongoing humanitarian disaster in Gaza. They suggest that if she is genuinely concerned about the welfare of children, her efforts should focus on the children suffering in Gaza, where the death toll among minors has reached alarming numbers.
The Grim Reality in Gaza
According to The Washington Post, as of July 2025, over 60,000 Gazans have been killed in the ongoing war, including at least 18,500 children, based on figures from the Gaza Health Ministry. UNICEF has declared Gaza the most dangerous place in the world for children, with fatalities among minors occurring at a rate of more than one child per hour.
The United Nations reports that one-third of Gaza’s 40,717 deaths were children, with over 25,000 children injured and an additional 25,000 hospitalized due to malnutrition.
A Stark Comparison with Ukraine
In contrast, the war in Ukraine has resulted in at least 545 child fatalities since the conflict escalated in February 2022, according to UNICEF. While every child’s death is a tragedy, the scale of child casualties in Gaza is significantly higher.
The Call for Action
Critics argue that if Melania Trump is sincere in her concern for children, she should advocate for an end to the violence in Gaza and direct her efforts toward alleviating the suffering of Palestinian children. They emphasize that true compassion transcends political boundaries and should focus on the protection and well-being of all children, regardless of nationality.