Bono acknowledges previously avoiding Middle Eastern politics but has been compelled to speak on the humanitarian crisis resulting from the Israel-Hamas war since October 7, 2023. He condemned the suffering endured by Gazans and Israeli hostages, highlighting the dire situation exacerbated by blocked humanitarian aid. Bono draws parallels between the current crisis and past experiences, emphasizing the moral responsibility to act against the suffering of innocent people, particularly children. He also criticized Hamas for their attack, which resulted in significant Israeli casualties and hostages taken.
"Everyone has long been horrified by what is unfolding in Gaza - but the blocking of humanitarian aid and now plans for a military takeover of Gaza City has taken the conflict into uncharted territory."
"To witness chronic malnutrition up close would make it personal for any family, especially as it affects children... when the loss of non-combatant life en masse appears so calculated... then 'evil' is not a hyperbolic adjective..."
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