Senator Lindsey Graham has sparked outrage by comparing Israel’s military actions in Gaza to the US dropping nuclear bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in World War II. Despite the UN warning of imminent risk to hundreds of thousands of civilians, Graham urged Israel to do “whatever it takes” to survive, even if it means using nuclear weapons.
His comments come as one million Palestinians, including women and children, are trapped in the southern city of Rafah, and 300,000 have fled the area as Israel advances its ground invasion.
Graham’s remarks have been criticized as insensitive and dangerous, with many calling for a more nuanced approach to the conflict. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens, with no aid entering the strip for nearly a week due to an Israeli blockade, exacerbating famine conditions.
Senator Graham Suggests Israel Has Right to Defend Itself Like US Did in World War IIAt least 34,735 Palestinians have died, and 78,108 have been injured. President Joe Biden has held back some weapons shipments to Israel, citing concerns about civilian casualties.
Graham’s comparison to World War II has been widely condemned, with many pointing out the devastating consequences of such actions. His dismissal of concerns about civilian casualties and international humanitarian law has sparked outrage, with many calling for accountability for war crimes. The situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, with urgent calls for a ceasefire and humanitarian aid.