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Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich Justifies Starving 2 Million Gazans on Monday

Aug 5, 2024, 12:36 PM

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has sparked international outrage with his recent comments suggesting that it might be 'justified and moral' to starve two million Palestinians in the Gaza Strip to death. Speaking at a conference hosted by the Israel Hayom outlet on Monday, Smotrich expressed support for blocking aid to Gaza, but acknowledged that international constraints prevent such actions. His remarks have drawn condemnation from various quarters, highlighting the severe humanitarian implications and the controversial stance of the Israeli government.