Netizens from Indonesia have been attacking Israeli soldiers, mostly women, on social media platforms. The aggression of Israel towards Palestine has garnered condemnation from many, with the public expressing anger at what they perceive as Israel's cruelty and lack of mercy. Israeli soldiers have been targeted with harsh comments on their social media accounts, causing some of them to be affected mentally. The attacks have included memes and derogatory comments. Some Israeli soldiers have even apologized for the situation in Palestine and requested that Indonesian netizens refrain from using offensive language and blaming them. The global community has responded to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through various actions, including boycotting Israeli products, fundraising, and criticizing Israeli soldiers on social media.
Jewish singles on dating apps are also facing a different kind of aggression amid the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. They are being interrogated about their views on Israel, with some feeling targeted and pressured to answer for the actions of the Israeli government. The distinction between anti-Zionism and antisemitism made by the pro-Palestine movement doesn't hold for many young Jewish singles. They are experiencing instances where they are asked about their opinion on the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), questioned about Palestine, or confronted about the Israeli flag in their dating profiles. This puts them in a position where they feel like they have to be a 'good Jew' and are frustrated by the lack of meaningful conversation about their Jewishness [c5b30e3e].
In a recent development, three gay Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers openly criticized the group "Queers for Palestine" during Pride celebrations in New York. The soldiers expressed their concerns about the group's "fake understanding of human rights" and highlighted the paradox of New York Pride being both a celebrated event and a venue for pro-Palestinian protests. They emphasized the stark contrast between the experiences of LGBTQ individuals in Israel and those in Palestinian territories, pointing out the severe persecution faced by LGBTQ individuals under Hamas rule. The soldiers aimed to raise awareness about the complex intersection of LGBTQ rights and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of the issues faced by LGBTQ individuals in different geopolitical contexts [b38bd70d].