Egyptian artist Tamer Hosny's recent concert in Alexandria has sparked significant controversy amid ongoing violence in Gaza. Activists criticized the event, highlighting the stark contrast between the festive atmosphere of the concert and the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region. Despite the criticism, some attendees defended the concert as a necessary escape for young people amid troubling times.
The concert, attended by approximately 100,000 people, reportedly led to a stampede and several fainting incidents due to overcrowding. Security issues arose as attendees attempted to climb onto the stage, resulting in altercations with security personnel. Hosny left the concert early, just an hour and a half after it began, due to the chaos.
On social media, many voiced their disapproval of the concert's timing, with comments reflecting a deep concern for the suffering in Gaza. Critics argued that celebrating during such a crisis is inappropriate, while some defended the event as a graduation celebration for high school students. Tamer Hosny himself acknowledged the situation, emphasizing that the overwhelming turnout was unexpected and not intentional.
