Kim K Opens Stores in 'Israel' While Gaza Burns: Prioritizing Profits Over Palestine
While much of the world calls for a ceasefire and accountability for actions in Gaza, Kim Kardashian's brand, SKIMS, is reportedly opening 15 stores across 'Israel.' The New Arab details the public outcry, showcasing how many view this as a tone-deaf alignment with a state accused of ongoing war crimes. This isn't just a business decision; it's a statement, whether intended or not, echoing the
normalized commerce in occupied territories. This move highlights a common thread: while the Biden administration annually shovels billions in military aid to the Israeli government (over $3.8 billion annually for decades, much of it conditional, but effectively unchallenged in Congress), businesses like SKIMS see a 'stable' market. The irony is as thick as Kardashian's contour—profits flow while
calls for human rights are dismissed as 'complexity.' One might wonder if the Israeli government's PR team isn't just looking for influencers, but for distractions. After all, what's a little genocide when you can buy a new shapewear line? (Sources: New Arab, US Department of State foreign aid data).