Says Jewish Refugees Took Land, Sparking Outrage
Translated & summarized from NEWSru Israel by baba
Former U.S. President stated in Belfast that Jewish refugees, after facing persecution, began taking land from others, a comment that ignited outrage from conservative and pro-Israel groups. He also discussed the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, noting the demographic realities and urging both sides to pursue ethical strategies for security and peace.
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- He noted seven million Jews and seven million Palestinians live in the region.
- He called for ending West Bank violence and rebuilding Gaza.
Former U.S. President, speaking to an audience of about 7,000 in Belfast, suggested that Jewish refugees, after centuries of persecution, began taking land from others. This remark drew sharp criticism from conservative and pro-Israel organizations.
He stated that seven million Jews and seven million Palestinians live in the region, and neither group will leave. He noted that a significant portion of Israelis oppose the policies of Netanyahu and urged Israelis to consider the future of their children and grandchildren, questioning whether they would live behind walls or find an ethical way to ensure security.
He expressed that the immediate priorities should be alleviating suffering, ending violence in the West Bank, and aiding the reconstruction of Gaza, cautioning against false hope.
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