Nikki Haley writes “Finish Them” on Israeli bombs days after Rafah strike.
Nikki Haley, the former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and a prominent figure in American politics, has ignited controversy after being photographed writing “Finish Them” on an Israeli bombs.
The incident occurred during her visit to sites near Israel’s northern border with Lebanon. The photograph, posted on X (formerly Twitter) by Danny Danon, a member of the Israeli Knesset and former UN ambassador, shows Haley kneeling as she inscribes the message with a purple marker.
Danon, who accompanied Haley on her visit, shared the image with the caption: “‘Finish Them’. This is what my friend the former ambassador Nikki Haley wrote.”
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Haley’s actions come amid the ongoing Gaza conflict, which erupted following a deadly October 7 attack by Hamas on southern Israel.
According to Israeli official figures, the attack resulted in 1,189 deaths, primarily civilians, and the capture of 252 hostages, with 121 still in Gaza, including 37 confirmed dead.
In response, Israel has launched a significant military offensive in Gaza, which has led to the deaths of at least 36,096 people, mostly civilians, as reported by Gaza’s health ministry.
Former US Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley signs Israeli bombs due for Gaza and Lebanon with the words “finish them.”
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This severe toll has drawn widespread international concern and condemnation, highlighting the conflict’s devastating humanitarian impact.
Haley, 52, known for her hardline stance on foreign policy, particularly during her tenure under former President Donald Trump, has consistently expressed strong support for Israel.
Her recent visit and the contentious message align with her established views.
Despite suspending her presidential campaign after poor showings in the Republican primaries, Haley remains a pivotal figure in the GOP and is considered a potential contender for the 2028 presidential race.
In the meantime, Haley has publicly declared her intention to support Trump in the upcoming election, although Trump has dismissed the possibility of selecting her as his vice-presidential candidate.
Amid these developments, the Biden administration continues to back Israel while also addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
The White House stated on Tuesday that President Joe Biden has no plans to alter U.S. policy toward Israel, despite the recent deadly strike on Rafah, but emphasized that he is not ignoring the dire conditions faced by Palestinian civilians.
