U.S. Airman's Self-Immolation Sparks Debate on Gaza Offensive

Aaron Bushnell's protest against Israel's actions in Gaza and U.S. support has led to mixed reactions and calls for policy reevaluation.

U.S. airman Aaron Bushnell set himself on fire in front of the Israeli embassy in Washington, D.C., to protest Israel's military offensive in Gaza, which has resulted in over 29,000 Palestinian deaths.
Bushnell, who joined the Air Force in 2020 and was disillusioned with the military, live-streamed his self-immolation, declaring he would no longer be complicit in genocide.
The act has sparked a wide range of reactions, from condemnation of Bushnell's method to admiration for his conviction, and has intensified debates over the U.S. and Israel's actions in Gaza.
In his will, Bushnell allocated his savings to the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund, further emphasizing his support for the Palestinian cause.
The incident has led to increased scrutiny of U.S. military and diplomatic support for Israel, with calls for a ceasefire and criticism of the U.S. vetoing UN resolutions.