In the midst of the ongoing conflict between Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas fighters in Gaza, a prominent Canadian professor has stirred controversy with a bold prediction. On the popular microblogging platform ‘X,’ Gad Saad, a distinguished writer known for his book “The Parasitic Mind: How Infectious Ideas Are Killing Common Sense,” has offered a unique perspective on the safety of the Jewish community.
Saad’s message on ‘X’ reads, “To all Jews around the world: Consider learning Cantonese or Mandarin and keep your fingers crossed that China allows you in. This might become the only safe place for Jews in 20+ years. Tragic but true.”
The ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict has led to a significant division of opinions and allegiances across the world. While Western powers have defended Israel’s right to self-defense against Hamas, they have simultaneously called for an immediate ceasefire to prevent Prime Minister Netanyahu from violating humanitarian laws.
In the United States, prestigious institutions have witnessed students taking a vocal stance against the conflict, even if it jeopardizes their future job prospects. Notably, students from Harvard University and Columbia University have protested against the hostilities between Israel and Hamas.
The United States, meanwhile, has pledged ongoing aid to the Gaza Strip. The recent entry of 14 trucks loaded with humanitarian assistance into the besieged Palestinian enclave signifies a commitment to ensuring the well-being of its residents, who have endured displacement due to the Israeli bombing campaign.
The United Nations estimates that Gaza requires approximately 100 truckloads of aid daily to address the needs of its 2.4 million inhabitants. Israel’s leaders have hinted at a full-scale ground invasion to dismantle Hamas, with a significant military presence gathering at the border.
In a rare occurrence of Israeli troops entering Gaza since October 7, the Israel Defense Forces reported the loss of one soldier and injuries to three others during a tank operation inside the territory.
As the Israel-Hamas conflict continues to unfold, the world watches closely, and voices of concern and hope emerge from various quarters.
