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• 23 May, 2025

·      Wrong side of Humanity

·      Netanyahu Slams Starmer Wrong Side of Humanity Gaza

·      Netanyahu speaking at a press conference on Gaza conflict 2025.

·      Netanyahu accuses Starmer of being on the ‘wrong side of humanity’ in the Gaza conflict. Read the latest on Israel-Gaza tensions.! #WrongSideOfHumanity

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has unleashed a fiery attack on UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, accusing him of being on the “wrong side of humanity” for allegedly siding with Hamas. The harsh words, delivered on May 22nd, 2025 also targeted France’s Emmanuel Macron and Canada’s Mark Carney, following their criticism of Israel’s military actions in Gaza. This escalating diplomatic clash, sparked by a deadly attack on Israeli embassy staff in Washington has sent shockwaves globally—raising questions about the future of international support for Israel amidst the ongoing Gaza crisis.

Details & Context

Netanyahu’s sharp rebuke came after a joint statement from the UK, France and Canada condemning Israel’s intensified military operations in Gaza as “disproportionate” and the humanitarian crisis as “intolerable.” The statement, issued days before May 23rd, 2025 threatened “concrete actions” if Israel didn’t halt its offensive and allow more aid into Gaza. This marked a significant shift, as these nations—long time allies of Israel—had previously backed Israel following Hamas’s October 7th, 2023 attack which killed 1,200 people and took 251 hostages.

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The Israeli leader’s comments were triggered by a tragic incident on May 21st, 2025 in Washington where two Israeli embassy workers, Yaron Lischinsky (30) and Sarah Lynn Milgrim (26) were shot dead outside the Capital Jewish Museum. The suspect, Elias Rodriguez, reportedly shouted “free Palestine” during his arrest, fuelling tensions further. Netanyahu linked the attack to global criticism of Israel, claiming it emboldened violence against Jews.

Israel’s military campaign in Gaza, which resumed airstrikes in March 2025 has killed 3,613 Palestinians since then with a total of 53,762 deaths including 16,500 children according to the Hamas-run health ministry. An 11-week blockade had severely restricted aid, risking famine, until a limited 90-truck convoy was allowed in on May 22nd, 2025. The @UN called this “nowhere near enough” to address the needs of Gaza’s 2 million people, many of whom face malnutrition and starvation.

Quotes

·      Benjamin Netanyahu (via video statement, May 22nd, 2025): “I say to President Macron, Prime Minister Carney and Prime Minister Starmer when mass murderers, rapists, baby killers and kidnappers thank you, you’re on the wrong side of justice, humanity and history.”

·      UK Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard (via @SkyNews, May 23rd, 2025): “We stand in support of Israel’s right to self-defence within international humanitarian law but we are clear that aid must reach the suffering people in Gaza.”

·      Former Israeli PM Ehud Olmert (via @BBC Newshour, May 2025): “This is a gang of thugs running Israel, led by Netanyahu. I won’t stop opposing these atrocious policies.”

Additional Information

The controversy deepened with Netanyahu’s claim that Hamas welcomed the criticism from the UK, France and Canada, interpreting it as support to “remain in power.” He accused the leaders of wanting Israel to “stand down” and allow Hamas to survive, a group he says aims to “annihilate the Jewish people.” Israeli Minister Amichai Chikli echoed this, alleging the leaders were “emboldening terror.”

On X, posts reflected divided sentiments. Some users supported Netanyahu with one stating, “Starmer’s stance is shameful.! #WrongSideOfHumanity” (@PolitlcsUK, May 22nd, 2025). Others criticised Israel’s actions, with a user noting, “Netanyahu’s claims are ludicrous. Gaza needs aid, not more bombs. #GazaCrisis” (@ianbremmer, May 23rd, 2025). The UN and humanitarian groups have repeatedly warned of a worsening crisis in Gaza with malnutrition rates soaring—data shows over 50% of Gaza’s population faces extreme food shortages as of May 2025.

The UK suspended trade talks with Israel on May 21st, 2025 after Starmer called Israel’s aid restrictions “utterly inadequate.” France’s Christophe Lemoine demanded “massive and free” aid access while the @UN reported that the limited aid allowed into Gaza was insufficient to prevent famine. This diplomatic row follows months of tension with Israel facing global scrutiny over its Gaza campaign which some like Ireland’s Simon Harris have labelled as “genocidal activity”.

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Impact Analysis

·      Diplomatic Relations: The rift between Israel and its allies—UK, France and Canada—could weaken international support for Israel at a critical time. The threat of “concrete actions” may lead to sanctions or further trade suspensions, straining ties further.

·      Gaza Humanitarian Crisis: With only 90 aid trucks allowed in after an 11-week blockade, Gaza’s 2 million residents remain at risk of famine. Malnutrition and disease are rampant with children and the elderly most vulnerable.

·      Global Sentiment: Netanyahu’s “wrong side of humanity” comment has sparked outrage on social media with hashtags like #WrongSideOfHumanity trending on X. It risks alienating allies while fuelling anti-Israel protests worldwide.

·      Israeli Domestic Reaction: Former PM Ehud Olmert’s “gang of thugs” remark reflects growing dissent within Israel. Polls show 70% of Israelis favour a ceasefire to free hostages, highlighting internal divisions.

Conclusion

Netanyahu’s accusation that Starmer and other leaders are on the “wrong side of humanity” has intensified an already volatile situation, exposing deep fractures in Israel’s relationships with key allies. As Gaza’s humanitarian crisis worsens with millions facing starvation, the global community is at a crossroads. Balancing Israel’s security concerns with the urgent need for aid in Gaza remains a challenge—one that demands dialogue, not division. This unfolding story underscores the need for compassion and accountability on all sides.

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