UFC Fighter Bryce Mitchell Alleges Israel 9/11 Role After Charlie Kirk Death

Following the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, UFC fighter Bryce Mitchell sparked controversy by claiming on social media that Israel, not Muslims, was responsible for the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Mitchell praised Kirk as a brave Christian but used the occasion to promote conspiracy theories and anti-Israel rhetoric, asserting that Israel hates Jesus Christ and expressing support for Muslims. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded firmly to these allegations, calling the rumors "insane," "absurd," and rooted in longstanding antisemitic tropes, warning of the dangerous consequences of such slander. Netanyahu highlighted the historical context of similar false accusations against Jews and emphasized the need to fight these lies to prevent further violence. He also praised Kirk's defense of free speech and freedom, underscoring the importance of combating hate speech and conspiracy theories. The incident has further polarized discourse around Kirk's death and intensified scrutiny of Mitchell's history of inflammatory remarks.