Netanyahu’s comments follow a series of condemnations from Western leaders regarding Israel's military actions in Gaza, as tensions escalate in the region.
**Netanyahu Slams UK Leaders for Alleged Support of Hamas Amid Ongoing Conflict**
**Netanyahu Slams UK Leaders for Alleged Support of Hamas Amid Ongoing Conflict**
Israeli Prime Minister criticizes international leaders over their stance on the Israel-Gaza conflict.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused British Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer and the heads of France and Canada of effectively supporting Hamas, according to his statements made in a recent video on social media. He characterized these leaders as aligning with "mass murderers, rapists, baby killers, and kidnappers," criticizing them for calling for Israel to step back and allow Hamas to persist in power.
In light of the attack on Israeli embassy staff in Washington DC, Netanyahu emphasized that Starmer, President Emmanuel Macron, and Prime Minister Mark Carney were on "the wrong side of history." He pointed out that the leaders' call for restraint from Israel during its military operations clashes with the reality of Hamas's aim to destroy Israel and the Jewish people.
While Downing Street refrained from addressing Netanyahu’s remarks directly, they highlighted Starmer’s previous condemnation of the attack on the embassy, wherein he branded antisemitism as an "evil that must be stamped out." Following recent military escalations and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, the UK, France, and Canada expressed their disapproval, threatening concrete actions if the situation continues.
Israeli officials, including Minister Amichai Chikli, have accused Starmer of fostering terrorism through his leadership stance. Concurrently, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak expressed his horror at the conditions in Gaza, describing the limited humanitarian aid response from Israel as "utterly inadequate."
In a separate commentary, former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert criticized the current Israeli administration, calling them a "gang of thugs" and denouncing their actions as bordering on war crimes, particularly in Gaza where casualty figures are rising sharply. He rejected criticisms directed at him, affirming his commitment to oppose Israel's current policies.
The ongoing conflict escalated sharply following a Hamas cross-border attack on October 7, resulting in significant casualties on both sides. The Hamas-run health ministry reports devastating numbers in Gaza, with fatalities reaching over 53,000, including thousands of children. Tensions continue to mount as demands for a halt in military operations grow.
In light of the attack on Israeli embassy staff in Washington DC, Netanyahu emphasized that Starmer, President Emmanuel Macron, and Prime Minister Mark Carney were on "the wrong side of history." He pointed out that the leaders' call for restraint from Israel during its military operations clashes with the reality of Hamas's aim to destroy Israel and the Jewish people.
While Downing Street refrained from addressing Netanyahu’s remarks directly, they highlighted Starmer’s previous condemnation of the attack on the embassy, wherein he branded antisemitism as an "evil that must be stamped out." Following recent military escalations and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, the UK, France, and Canada expressed their disapproval, threatening concrete actions if the situation continues.
Israeli officials, including Minister Amichai Chikli, have accused Starmer of fostering terrorism through his leadership stance. Concurrently, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak expressed his horror at the conditions in Gaza, describing the limited humanitarian aid response from Israel as "utterly inadequate."
In a separate commentary, former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert criticized the current Israeli administration, calling them a "gang of thugs" and denouncing their actions as bordering on war crimes, particularly in Gaza where casualty figures are rising sharply. He rejected criticisms directed at him, affirming his commitment to oppose Israel's current policies.
The ongoing conflict escalated sharply following a Hamas cross-border attack on October 7, resulting in significant casualties on both sides. The Hamas-run health ministry reports devastating numbers in Gaza, with fatalities reaching over 53,000, including thousands of children. Tensions continue to mount as demands for a halt in military operations grow.
