Palestinian star of Oscars contender ‘The Voice of Hind Rajab’ to miss ceremony due to travel ban

Motaz Malhees, an actor in the film who plays Omar, a Red Crescent dispatcher, said he won’t be able to attend promotional events. This is due to President Trump’s travel ban affecting people from Palestine. In an Instagram post, Malhees expressed his pride in being part of a meaningful story, but stated he would be unable to participate in events celebrating it.