On Monday, a White House National Security Council spokesperson made a strong statement in response to the continuous use of the word “genocide” by leftists when discussing the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
John Kirby addressed the media during the White House press briefing and condemned the use of the word “genocide” as inappropriate and offensive towards the real victims of genocide. He specifically called out the leftists who have been using this term to describe Israel’s actions towards Palestinians in Gaza.
Kirby emphasized that it is actually Hamas, the terrorist group ruling Gaza, that has genocidal intentions towards Israel. He pointed out that their ultimate goal is to wipe Israel off the map, which they have publicly declared on multiple occasions. Kirby cited the recent remarks by Hamas in which they mentioned continuing their genocidal actions by targeting innocent civilians, such as in the case of the October 7 attack on a music festival.
The spokesperson acknowledged that there have been civilian casualties in Gaza during Israel’s strikes on terrorist targets, and that the number of deaths reported by the Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry is concerning. However, he stressed that Israel is not trying to eliminate the Palestinian people or Gaza, but instead is defending itself against a genocidal terrorist threat.
For the second time in 10 days, White House National Security Spokesperson John Kirby makes the position of the White House and the United States government clear: Israel is not engaged in genocide, but Hamas has engaged in genocide.
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Kirby urged for the word “genocide” to be used appropriately and not thrown around carelessly. He expressed the Obama administration’s continued support for Israel’s right to self-defense, while also urging them to exercise caution and minimize civilian casualties.
The spokesperson’s statement comes at a time when the Israel-Palestine conflict has escalated, with several rounds of rocket attacks from Gaza and retaliatory airstrikes by Israel. The recent events have sparked intense debates and discussions around the world, with many people using strong and emotional language to describe the situation.
Kirby’s words serve as a reminder to be mindful of the impact of words and to use them accurately and thoughtfully in times of conflict. Emotions are running high on both sides, but it is important to understand that Israel is not the aggressor in this situation, but rather a country defending itself against terrorist attacks.
The White House continues to call for a de-escalation of violence and a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The spokesperson’s statement is a clear indication that the United States stands firmly by Israel’s right to defend itself, and will not tolerate the misappropriation of words like “genocide” in this complex and sensitive issue.
