“My country Israel — what it is doing in Gaza is complete war crimes, cruel and indiscriminate,” says former Israeli Prime Minister Olmert
Lorenzo Tondo, Jerusalem | May 28, 2025
Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert has strongly criticized the ongoing Israeli military operation in Gaza, describing it as “war crimes,” “cruel,” and an “indiscriminate massacre.” In an article published in the Israeli newspaper Haaretz, Olmert wrote that the war has no real objectives or strategy and is being led by a “criminal gang” headed by Benjamin Netanyahu.
He stated that a massive number of innocent Palestinians have died in the recent operation, marking an unprecedented tragedy in Israel’s history. Olmert once claimed that Israel does not deliberately target civilians, but he has now moved away from that stance himself.
His statement has sparked a strong reaction among the country’s right-wing factions. Top leaders, including the education and foreign ministers, have labeled Olmert a “traitor.” Meanwhile, extremist politicians have made horrific remarks calling for the occupation of Gaza and the elimination of Palestinian children.
Analytical perspective:
Olmert’s remarks represent a rare moment of honesty within Israeli politics. They clearly depict the harsh realities of war, the humanitarian crisis, and the lack of clear political objectives. This global acknowledgment could intensify international discussions over accusations of war crimes.
