Christie disputes U.N.’s war crimes accusation against Israel, asserting personal eyewitness experience.
Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie Defends Israel Against War Crimes Accusations
In a fiery response to the United Nations’ claims of war crimes committed by Israel in Gaza, Chris Christie, the Republican presidential nominee hopeful, vehemently defended the country during an interview on NBC News’ “Meet the Press”.
During the interview, Kristen Welker asked Christie about his recent trip to Israel and whether he believed the country was following international law. Without hesitation, Christie replied, “Yes, I absolutely do think Israel is following international law, Kristen. And I will tell you, unlike a lot of other people who are expressing opinions about this, I was there and spoke to the leaders in Israel, spoke to the president of Israel, spoke to members of the Israeli Defense Forces. I was 600 yards from the Gaza border. I went everywhere in Israel to see what’s going on, and they are doing everything they can to avoid civilian casualties.”
Christie went on to explain that the real issue lies with Hamas, the militant group governing Gaza, which is forcing civilians to remain in areas that Israel has warned them to evacuate. He highlighted the extensive efforts made by Israel to warn civilians through leaflets and text messages before launching attacks.
Furthermore, Christie pointed out that Hamas had broken a previous cease-fire agreement, emphasizing that their actions on October 7th were a blatant violation of international law and humanity. He even recounted a chilling phone call made by a Hamas member to his family, proudly boasting about killing Jews with his bare hands.
Christie’s unwavering support for Israel and his firsthand experience in the region make his defense of the country all the more compelling. Watch the interview below:
WATCH: “I absolutely” believe that Israel is following international law, says GOP presidential candidate Chris Christie. @GovChristie: “They are doing everything they can to avoid civilian casualties.” pic.twitter.com/dY9fkcBmkN
— Meet the Press (@MeetThePress) November 19, 2023
What challenges and threats does Israel face on a daily basis according to Christie?
Untry had committed war crimes. Christie responded with a resounding defense of Israel, calling the accusations against them unfair and unfounded.
Christie began by stating that during his visit to Israel, he witnessed firsthand the challenges and threats that the country faces every day. He praised Israel for its commitment to self-defense and the protection of its citizens. He highlighted the fact that Israel is surrounded by hostile neighbors and faces constant attacks from terrorist organizations.
Regarding the United Nations’ accusations, Christie was adamant in his belief that they are baseless and a result of biased and anti-Israel sentiment. He argued that Israel is a democratic nation that values human rights and the rule of law. Christie emphasized that Israel takes every measure to minimize civilian casualties during conflicts and holds itself to a higher standard than many other nations in similar situations.
Christie also drew attention to the fact that Israel faces double standards from the international community. He pointed out that while Israel is held under intense scrutiny for its actions, other countries involved in conflicts around the world do not receive an equal level of criticism. This unequal treatment, according to Christie, undermines the legitimacy of the accusations made against Israel.
Furthermore, Christie expressed frustration with the United Nations’ focus on Israel instead of addressing more pressing global issues. He highlighted the ongoing conflicts in Syria, Yemen, and elsewhere, where human rights abuses and war crimes are clearly documented. Christie argued that the United Nations should direct its attention and resources towards these pressing matters rather than singling out Israel.
In his closing remarks, Christie reiterated his unwavering support for Israel, stating that he stands with the country in its fight against terrorism and the preservation of its security. He urged the international community to understand the complexity of the situation in the Middle East and to appreciate the difficult choices Israel faces in protecting its people.
The interview sparked a heated debate on social media, with both supporters and critics weighing in on Christie’s defense of Israel. However, this exchange highlights the ongoing controversy surrounding Israel and its actions in the Middle East. Accusations of war crimes and human rights abuses have been leveled against both sides of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict for years, further complicating any potential resolution.
While public opinion may remain divided on this issue, one thing is clear – the debate surrounding Israel’s actions in Gaza and the broader Israeli-Palestinian conflict is far from over. As long as the conflict persists, accusations of war crimes will continue to be a contentious topic, with politicians like Christie lending their voices to the defense of Israel’s actions.
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