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Huckabee: "Biblical Right of Israel to Occupy Entire Middle East"

Published February 21, 2026, 09:09
Huckabee: "Biblical Right of Israel to Occupy Entire Middle East"

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee has sparked controversy with statements regarding Israel's "biblical right" to occupy the entire Middle East. In an interview with journalist Tucker Carlson, Huckabee said he would be "happy" if Israel "took it all," referring to the region stretching from the Nile to the Euphrates. The ambassador defended Israel's actions in the Gaza Strip and argued that Israel is not seeking to occupy other countries, but to protect its population. However, his statements have drawn strong criticism, as they are seen as supporting expansionist policies and challenging Palestinian rights. These statements come at a time of increased tension in the region, with ongoing conflicts in Gaza and growing concerns about a wider regional crisis. The ambassador's stance has raised questions about the position of the U.S. government on the Israeli-Palestinian issue.