Former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Nikki Haley, has come under fire after images surfaced showing her autographing IDF missiles with the message “finish them.”
Nikki Haley caught on camera autographing IDF missiles
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The incident occurred during her visit to Israel over Memorial Day weekend, where she advocated for continued US military support to Israel in its conflict with Hamas.
Haley’s actions were heavily criticised, particularly given the heightened tensions and ongoing military operations in Rafah, Gaza.
In a video posted online by the Associated Press, Haley called for America to support Israel unequivocally, stating:
“What America needs to understand is, if Israel’s fighting our enemies, how can we not help them?”
She also criticised international bodies like the International Criminal Court, which recently sought arrest warrants against both Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar.
“American needs to do whatever Israel needs and stop telling them how to fight this war,” Haley added.
The incident drew widespread condemnation, with critics arguing that her actions were insensitive and inflammatory, especially in light of the recent violence in Rafah.
International observers and political figures expressed concern that such gestures could exacerbate the conflict and undermine efforts to achieve a ceasefire.
What’s the latest on the situation in Rafah?
The situation in Rafah has been dire, with the Israeli military continuing its offensive against Hamas.
Gaza’s Health Ministry reported that 46 people were killed and 110 injured across Gaza in the latest 24-hour period.
One of the deadliest attacks occurred when the Israeli military bombed a tent camp housing displaced Palestinians in Rafah, resulting in the deaths of 45 people.
The attack on Rafah has sparked international outrage and condemnation.
Irish officials confirmed that the European Union has commenced discussions on possible sanctions against Israel, prompted by concerns over Israel’s military operations in Rafah and their potential breach of international humanitarian law.
The discussions were influenced by provisional orders from the International Court of Justice (ICJ), which called on Israel to halt operations in Rafah that could endanger the civilian population.
Hamas has called for immediate intervention by the international community and the UN Security Council to halt what it describes as indiscriminate and barbaric bombing by Israel.
The group emphasised that the attacks disproportionately affect civilians, including women and children, and disrupt all aspects of life in Rafah.
The international community, including entities like the European Union and the United Nations, has called for a ceasefire and adherence to the ICJ’s provisional orders.
