Bono Compares Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir to SS Head Heinrich Himmler
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- Bono compared Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir to SS chief Himmler.
- The comparison stemmed from Ben-Gvir's remarks about Gaza residents.
- Bono condemned the Oct 7 Hamas attack but supports Palestinian statehood.
- Ben-Gvir accused Bono of hypocrisy and suggested he help Gazans relocate.
- The interview also touched on Netanyahu's political dependence on Ben-Gvir.
Irish singer and songwriter Bono has drawn a parallel between Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and SS chief Heinrich Himmler in an interview with Rolling Stone magazine. Bono stated that he was shocked by the minister's remarks concerning Gaza residents.
While condemning the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, as an "unholy crime," Bono expressed support for the Palestinians' right to their own state and criticized the Israeli government's actions. He specifically referenced Ben-Gvir's statement that some Gaza residents are "not worthy of life," which Bono described as terrifying rhetoric.
The musician also criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his political reliance on Ben-Gvir. In response, Ben-Gvir accused Bono of hypocrisy and suggested the singer help Gaza residents relocate to Ireland.
This incident occurs amidst other news, including Iraqi Airways resuming flights to Iran, Netanyahu suing media outlets over reports about warnings before October 7, and discussions regarding Russia-Ukraine negotiations and potential US-brokered energy talks involving Trump, Putin, and Zelensky.
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