Former U.S. presidential candidate Nikki Haley has ignited a new controversy with her pro-genocide stance on Rafah, a town in the Gaza Strip. As global attention focuses on the city following the assault by Israeli occupation forces, Haley's recent actions have drawn significant criticism.
During a visit to Israel on Tuesday, Haley signed one of the missiles at the country's northern border, inscribing the message, "Finish them. America has always loved Israel." The images of this event, shared on social media, have provoked widespread debate and condemnation, with many activists accusing Haley of incitement to genocide. Calls for her prosecution at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) have emerged, reflecting the severity of the backlash.
Haley, a staunch supporter of Israel during Donald Trump's presidency, has a history of defending Israeli actions at the United Nations. Her latest actions have intensified scrutiny of her relationship with the U.S. Zionist lobby, which has provided her with substantial financial backing.
In her visit to Israel, Haley also criticized Iran, Russia, and China, attributing responsibility for the Hamas operation in Israel on October 7 to these nations. She warned that similar attacks could occur in the United States if complacency prevails. Haley's claims link Hamas's attack to coordination with Iran, Russian intelligence support, and Chinese financial backing. However, these accusations are firmly denied by Iran.
Tehran maintains that Israel has been committing genocide and aggression against Palestinians for decades, positioning Hamas's actions as part of the struggle to liberate Palestine. Iran has consistently expressed its support for the Palestinian cause.
The conflict escalated on October 7, when the Hamas government in Gaza launched a significant military operation against Israel. Israel responded with intense airstrikes and ground attacks on Gaza. The death toll of Palestinians has surpassed 40,000, with a significant proportion being children and women, and over 80,000 have been injured.
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