Mia Khalifa is under fire after a video surfaced in which she made controversial comments regarding U.S. military personnel and veterans. The video sparked intense reactions on social media, as many viewers found her remarks deeply insensitive.
In the footage, Khalifa suggested that soldiers are "selling their bodies to the government" and mockingly expressed hope that they return with PTSD to highlight the lack of care from the U.S. government. Critics condemned her comments as heartless, emphasizing the struggles veterans face with the underfunded U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
This incident occurs amidst increasing awareness of the urgent need for better mental health support for veterans. Khalifa, a Lebanese-American former adult film actress and social media influencer, has been vocal on her platforms, sharing strong opinions in support of the Palestinian people, particularly amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza and her homeland, Lebanon.
In October, Playboy announced it had cut ties with Khalifa following her statements after Hamas's surprise attack on Israel. In a recent interview with a major publication, she defended her comments, labeling herself as 'anti-Zionist.'
Khalifa stated, "I said that because there was a scene that was really poetic, symbolic, and beautiful. There was one scene where a fence was being broken down by civilians and children - it felt like the Berlin Wall coming down. That's why I said 'freedom fighters,' because every Palestinian who still has the will to live is a freedom fighter."
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