Controversial Tweet Costs Mia Khalifa a Business Deal Amid Israel-Gaza Conflict Backlash

Mia Khalifa has faced significant consequences for her controversial post regarding the Israel-Gaza conflict. The former adult film actress posted a tweet on October 7th on X (formerly Twitter), in which she urged Palestinian freedom fighters to film horizontally. Her tweet did not sit well with many on social media, leading to her losing a business deal with Canadian broadcaster and radio host Todd Shapiro.

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Shapiro, who was in the process of finalizing an agreement with Khalifa, publicly announced her immediate termination from their arrangement. He called her tweet “horrendous” and “disgusting,” stating that it condoned violence and ignorance. He emphasized the need for people to come together in the face of tragedy and expressed his hope that Khalifa would evolve as a person.

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In response to the news, Mia Khalifa admitted that her support for Palestine had cost her business opportunities. She also expressed regret for not checking the affiliations of the individuals she was entering into business with, referring to them as “Zionists.”

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Khalifa attempted to clarify her controversial tweet, asserting that she was not encouraging violence but was referring to Palestinian citizens as freedom fighters. She explained that they were fighting for their freedom and against oppression.

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In a subsequent tweet, Khalifa defended her stance and criticized Shapiro, asking him to focus on his own company’s issues. She reiterated her support for people fighting against oppression and urged others to research before seeking her involvement in their projects. She also mentioned her Lebanese background and expressed disbelief at anyone expecting her to support colonialism.

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The ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict has resulted in a significant loss of life, with nearly 1,600 people killed in the violence. Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, issued a stern warning to Hamas, stating that while Israel did not initiate the war, they would finish it in response to the aggression they faced.