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SKIMS founder Kim Kardashian has finally addressed the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian people. The reality star now joins the long list of celebrities taking to social media to share their thoughts, although it comes with a risk. Sister Kylie Jenner recently lost 1 million Instagram followers for a now-deleted post supporting Israel. Taking to her Instagram stories this week, Kim Kardashian hit pause on promoting SKIMS. The 42-year-old delivered a peace-driven message as continued fighting leaves 1,200 Israelis and 1,055 Palestinians dead. The figures are as of today, October 11.
Kim Kardashian Makes Instagram Statement Amid Middle East War
On Tuesday, SKIMS mogul Kim Kardashian appeared to avoid taking sides. Addressing her army of followers, the Hulu star wrote: “I take the side of humanity. No one should suffer at the hands of terrorist – governmental, and/or organized. Violence begets violence, but love operates in the same manner. Why choose the former, when the later is sustainable? A facetious question, but it can be a simple solution to a complex situation.”
Kim also noted that when humans suffer immense pain, they position themselves towards a higher being.
I choose peace. I am on the side of humanity. We need to ascend to our better selves immediately. This conflict has gone on too long, we’ve been too complacent in letting evil be in charge. This will have a huge ripple effect throughout the world. I call for peace. I call for love. May God bless all of the lives lost, and may God have mercy on us all,
Kim Kardashian via Instagram
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Kim herself turned to prayer in her note, saying she was doing so for the “millions” on both sides now in harm’s way. This week has evolved quickly and with great instability.
Last Saturday, Palestinian group Hamas began its attacks on Israeli citizens. Reports have since confirmed mass rapes, murders, and executing of babies. Meanwhile, Israel has retaliated with force — both sides are now grieving as dead bodies line streets.
Kim Kardashian might make headlines for promoting SKIMS on Instagram, but now the California native is putting business aside as they address bigger issues.