By Mariano Rojas Ruiz
07 Nov 2023, 00:06 AM EST
Jon Voight, the father of the famous actress Angelina Jolie, has publicly expressed his disagreement with his daughter’s statements regarding Israel and its conflict with Hamas. Voight, a renowned 84-year-old actor and winner of an Oscar in 1978, is known for his participation in political activities. In the past, he has expressed his support for Donald Trumpeven speaking at his campaign events.
Angelina Jolie used her social networks to accuse Israel of bombing deliberately targeting children, women and families who lack food, medicine and humanitarian aid. According to Jolie, this action constitutes a violation of international law.
In response to these accusations, Jon Voight shared a video on his Instagram page, in front of the American flagin which he expressed his disappointment in his daughter’s position, while mentioning aspects related to faith and the history of the Holy Land.
Voight emphasized the importance of protecting the Holy Land and the history of the Jews. He believes that this is a question of justice for the children of God in the Holy Land and that the Israeli army must fulfill its duty to protect its land and its people. Likewise, he stated that this is a war conflict and not a civil matter as some might believe.
Jon Voight also criticized those who consider Israel to be the problem in this conflict, urging them to reflect on their perspective and question whether they are receiving truthful information or whether they are being influenced by the opinions of others.
Voight’s statements generated a great impact on social networks, obtaining more than 81 thousand likes. In her message, she stressed that the truth is evident to those who seek it.
Regarding Angelina Jolie’s statements about Israel, She referred to the events in the region as an act of terror and expressed concern about the loss of innocent lives in Gaza, a civilian population that is trapped without access to food, water or the possibility of evacuation. Furthermore, she pointed out the lack of basic human rights to seek refuge in times of crisis.
Jolie mentioned that Gaza was quickly becoming a “mass grave” due to Israeli airstrikes and criticized the lack of action by the international community regarding the situation of Palestinian civilians in the midst of the conflict. The United States has urged Israel to take a humanitarian pause in its offensive in Gaza, while the number of Palestinians killed in the Israel-Hamas conflict exceeds 9,700, including more than 4,000 minors, according to figures from the Hamas-controlled Ministry of Health. in Gaza.
Angelina Jolie cries at the Budapest Opera
Angelina Jolie, a prominent figure in the world of cinema, is no stranger to Budapest, but she recently made a notable impression on audiences by shedding tears during a performance of Verdi’s Requiem, conducted by Szilveszter Ókovács, at the Budapest Opera.
The American actress is in Hungary during these months to prepare the filming of her next film, which will be directed by Chilean filmmaker Pablo Larraín. The film will focus on the last years of soprano María Callas in Paris, who is considered the best opera singer of the 20th century.
According to reports, Jolie is working closely with a Hungarian opera singer to properly prepare for her role. Music is an artistic manifestation that occupies a primary place in people’s lives. Great composers and musicians have expressed that music has the power to communicate emotions and thoughts in a way that words often cannot.
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