Ireland soccer coach criticized for 'stupidity' by Israel FA after comments

In support of Israel, United States president Donald Trump proposed a 20-point peace plan a year ago, which Hamas partially accepted.

The conflict has caused some countries to recognize a Palestinian state, directly opposing the United States and Israel.

Also last week, Azeez Al-Shaair of the NFL's Houston Texans was fined $11,492 for writing "Hind Rajab" on his eye black. The words were a tribute to a Palestinian girl who was reportedly killed by Israeli forces in Gaza in January 2024. NBA star Kyrie Irving offered to pay the fine for the linebacker.

In the music industry, Macklemore was dropped as an opening act for Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour because of his message to "Free Palestine."