Brazilian prisoner Thiago Ávila writes letter to daughter while in Israeli custody

Brazilian Activist Writes to Daughter from Prison

Thiago Ávila, a Brazilian activist, has written a letter to his daughter Teresa while incarcerated. In the letter, he explains that he is unable to be with her at present due to his involvement in a humanitarian flotilla bound for Gaza.

Ávila’s letter states that over one million children are suffering in Gaza, facing starvation, amputations without anesthesia, and exposure to hateful ideas. He expresses sympathy for Teresa and other mothers and fathers of Palestinian children who are also missing him.

The activist describes his motivations as a desire to build a better world where every human being can live with love, happiness, and joy, regardless of their background or characteristics. He hopes that his daughter will understand the importance of this goal when she grows up.

Ávila’s letter also mentions his own family, stating that his mother will share stories about his father’s revolutionary spirit and his commitment to standing up against injustice, even in the face of adversity. The letter concludes with a message for Teresa to remember her father as a person who loved her deeply and fought for a better world.

The letter was first published on Ávila’s Facebook account and reflects his personal views.

Source: Al Jazeera