Staff Reports
Nikki Haley, a former U.S. ambassador and previous Republican candidate for president, visited southern Israel, where she attributed some responsibility for the Hamas terrorist group’s killing of Israeli citizens to Iran and Russia.
Haley, accompanied by Israel’s former permanent representative to the U.N. Danny Danon, toured communities impacted by the Hamas attacks that resulted in the deaths of over 1,200 Jews. During her visit, Haley expressed her belief that the violence orchestrated by Hamas was aided by Iran and Russia, with financial support from China.
Watch: Former US Ambassador to the UN Nikki Haley visited the Re'im Forest in southern Israel where Hamas terrorists massacred partygoers at the Nova Festival on October 7th. During her visit, Haley heard first-hand accounts from survivors of the massacre.
?Yoav Dudkevitch/TPS pic.twitter.com/pdyFReuEfe— Israel National News – Arutz Sheva (@ArutzSheva_En) May 27, 2024
She emphasized the potential threat to America, cautioning against arrogance and stating that similar attacks could occur in the United States if precautions are not taken. Haley’s remarks alluded to China’s financial backing of Iran and the alleged assistance provided by Russian intelligence to Hamas militants.
Together with Ambassador @NikkiHaley, we toured Israel's South today.
We visited Kibbutz Nir Oz, the site of the 'Nova' festival, and Sderot, and spoke with survivors of the October 7th massacre.
During the tour, Ambassador Haley said: "Don't listen to what is being said in the… pic.twitter.com/p2CEhzrVjY— Danny Danon ?? דני דנון (@dannydanon) May 27, 2024
In the aftermath of the attacks, intelligence officials in the U.S. and abroad suggested Iranian involvement in training and funding the Hamas fighters responsible. Furthermore, reports indicated that some Hamas operatives had entered southern Israel from Gaza using paragliders.
Haley’s assertions regarding foreign involvement in the Hamas attacks align with concerns over global terrorism and the potential impact on U.S. security. Her visit to Israel and remarks serve as a reminder of the need to address and counter international threats to ensure the safety and well-being of American citizens and allies.
