INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Elon Musk, the world's wealthiest person, has pledged to donate all proceeds from advertising and subscriptions related to the conflict in
Gaza to medical facilities in Israel and the Red Cross in Gaza
This announcement was made on Tuesday, following a period of controversy surrounding Musk's online activities.Musk emphasized the importance
of ensuring that the funds are used appropriately, saying that his company will monitor the expenditure and collaborate with the Red
Cross/Crescent to prevent the funds from being misused by Hamas.He expressed a universal concern for the innocent, regardless of their
background, stating, "We should care about the innocent regardless of race, creed, religion or anything else."This move comes in the wake of
accusations against Musk for promoting anti-Semitic views
These allegations arose after Musk responded to a racist post on his X platform (formerly Twitter) with the comment, "You have said the
actual truth." The post in question criticized a video by the Foundation to Combat Anti-Semitism, leading to significant backlash against
Musk.Musk's history of controversial statements includes remarks about Jewish financier George Soros and responses to the Israel-Hamas
He faced criticism for recommending sources on Twitter that were later identified as promoting anti-Semitic views and misinformation.In a
recent appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast, Musk reiterated his criticisms of Soros, particularly regarding Soros' support for progressive
district attorneys and policies Musk perceives as detrimental to societal stability
Musk suggested that Soros' actions are harmful not just in the United States but globally, and speculated about Soros' motivations and
current state of mind.Musk's decision to donate to hospitals in Israel and the Red Cross in Gaza is a significant step, reflecting his
engagement with current global issues and the controversies surrounding his public statements and actions
