Trump Faces Backlash for 'Genocidal Rhetoric' Against Gazans

Campaigners are calling for the removal of Aaqil Ahmed from his advisory role at Ofcom after he made controversial comments on social media regarding Israel and its prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, which they argue perpetuate anti-Semitic conspiracies. Meanwhile, Dr. Zeina Jallad, a professor at the American University of Beirut, criticized former President Donald Trump's proposals for Gaza, viewing them as an attempt to forcibly displace Palestinians and likening them to historical injustices. Trump's recent comments threatening the people of Gaza if Hamas does not release hostages have also drawn severe backlash, with Amnesty International labeling his rhetoric as genocidal. This rhetoric, they argue, mirrors that of Israeli officials who do not distinguish between civilians and militants in Gaza. As the situation escalates, both Ahmed's comments and Trump's statements underscore the growing tensions surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The international community continues to grapple with the implications of such rhetoric in light of the ongoing violence and humanitarian needs.