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Kanye West Dodges Palestine Question: “I Don’t Have Enough Information”

February 13, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kanye West says he doesn’t have an opinion on the conflict between Israel and Palestine and is more focused on the violence in his hometown of Chicago. West avoided speaking out in support of Palestine when asked about the topic during an interview with TMZ at LAX.

“I don’t have enough information on that,” Ye told the outlet. “I’m a straight up n***a from the Southside of Chicago, born in Atlanta, I don’t have enough information. It’s love for everybody. But don’t pull me into that conversation. I got 14 kids dying every week in my city. So talk to me about that.”

Kanye West Attends Grand Opening Of 424 Store

Kanye West at the grand opening of 424’s Melrose Place store held at 424 on February 2, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by River Callaway/WWD via Getty Images)

Despite Ye’s lack of a stance, many other artists in hip-hop have voiced their support for Palestine in recent months. West’s former collaborator, Kid Cudi, wrote that he can’t remain silent back in November. “I can’t watch what’s happening in the world and remain silent,” Cudi said in part at the time. “I can’t imagine the pain people are feeling. Seeing their entire neighborhoods bombed, losing generations of family members, parents crying over their children’s lifeless bodies, communities turning into mass graves, people digging through rubble of their homes in hopes of finding remains of their loved ones.”

Kanye West Speaks With TMZ

Elsewhere in his interview with TMZ, West discussed his past antisemitic remarks, being canceled, and much more. His comments come after Israel rejected Hamas’ cease-fire plan, last week, and committed an attack on Rafah, the city where Israel had previously told Gazans they would be safe. According to NPR, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remarked that peace could only be achieved through a “total victory” against Hamas. Be on the lookout for further updates on Kanye West on HotNewHipHop.

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Chrisean Rock Responds To Backlash After Offensive Palestine Hot Take

February 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Chrisean Rock found herself in the midst of a controversy this morning thanks to some viral comments on the Israel and Palestine situation. Overall, she did not come across well in these comments at all. In fact, she was downright insulting throughout her livestream. At times, she said that the people of Palestine were being persecuted because they don’t praise Jesus Christ. Moreover, she had some not-so-tasteful remarks about how Muslims pray. “They don’t believe in Jesus,” Chrisean Rock said. “So that’s why it’s happening right there.”

“I seen videos where they pray at. It’s cockroaches and infested with … so, what is God trying to tell us?” she continued. “What is the message being the chaos. Yeah, we know war, the war. But things always happen for a reason and it’s happening […] That’s where Jesus was born at but it’s like a lot of people over there, they don’t pray to Jesus. They praying to Allah and they saying Jesus just was a prophet. So, I thought it had something to do with that.” Just a few hours ago, she decided to comment on the controversy.

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Chrisean Rock Tries To Make Things Right

Unfortunately, if you are someone who wanted to see an apology, you are not going to get one. On her Instagram story, Chrisean essentially said that she has nothing to apologize for. Instead, everyone was just talking about their beliefs, and that is it. However, her fans certainly beg to differ as the reality star has been called out all day for her remarks. “See the full live nobody saying anything out of pocket this just my preference on things I respect what ppl believe I just know what the word says,” Chrisean Rock said.

Let us know what you think of this response from Chrisean, in the comments section down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will always be sure to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

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Chrisean Rock Enrages Fans After Criticizing Islam & Claiming Palestinians Are At War Because They Don’t Praise Jesus

February 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Chrisean Rock is someone who has angered fans in the past thanks to her actions. Overall, she has caught a lot of flack thanks to her new Blueface tattoo. In fact, she has lost over 400K followers since acquiring it. Subsequently, she has been getting into religion and continues to preach Christianity on her social media. While this isn’t necessarily a bad thing, it seems like she is using her religion to judge other people. For instance, her take on Islam and the Israel-Palestine situation will have you in shock.

Essentially, Chrisean is saying that the people of Palestine are in a conflict because they are not followers of Jesus Christ. “They don’t believe in Jesus,” Chrisean Rock said. “So that’s why it’s happening right there.” She then went on to criticize how Muslims worship and even implied that they are unsanitary people. “I seen videos where they pray at. It’s cockroaches and infested with … so, what is God trying to tell us?” Rock asked. “What is the message being the chaos. Yeah, we know war, the war. But things always happen for a reason and it’s happening.”

Chrisean Rock Gets Into Politics

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She went on to talk about how Muslims pray to Allah and not Jesus. It was all bizarre, and she understandably enraged a lot of people. “That’s where Jesus was born at but it’s like a lot of people over there, they don’t pray to Jesus. They praying to Allah and they saying Jesus just was a prophet. So, I thought it had something to do with that,” the reality star stated. “Here she go….. more religion talk while she not abiding by not a word of it…. Then talking about Muslims… smh,” one person wrote on Live Bitez. “I think she need to worry bout herself here in the U.S.,” said another.

What Chrisean and many others fail to realize is that there are many Christians living in Palestine. Therefore nullifying anything the reality star said. Either way, getting into politics probably wasn’t the best idea for her. Let us know what you think about what she said, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the entertainment world. We will always keep you informed.

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Floyd Mayweather Receives “Champion Of Israel” Award

December 13, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Floyd Mayweather has received the “Champion of Israel” Award for his contribution to Israeli relief efforts following an incursion into southern Israel by Hamas on October 7. The award, presented to Mayweather at a ceremony in Miami, was backed by Magen David Adom, Israel’s national emergency service. The ceremony also served as a fundraising, with over $4 million reportedly raised to further Israeli relief efforts. Mayweather received the award from two close friends who have worked with him on his efforts to help Israel.

Mayweather’s primary contribution to the state of Israel was a supply drop made by his private jet. In mid-October, Mayweather’s jet brought 5000 lbs of supplies to Israel, carrying everything from food to flak jackets. Furthermore, Mayweather has been vocally supportive of Israel on social media and participated in several pro-Israel marches in the United States.

Israel-Palestine Conflict: Latest Updates

Floyd Mayweather was presented with the “Champion of Israel” Award from friends Jona Rechnitz and James McNair pic.twitter.com/PQ4YbKWN3m

— Black AF News (@blackafnews) December 13, 2023

Israel has continued a ground offensive in southern Gaza despite increasing international pressure for a ceasefire. On Tuesday, 153 nations of the United Nations voted in favor of demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire. 10 nations, including the US and UK, opposed the resolution while a further 23 abstained. While the US continued to back Israel on the chamber floor, President Biden has warned the nation that their “indiscriminate bombing” of Gaza is rapidly causing Israel to lose much of their international support. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a blanket rejection of the ceasefire resolution. Furthermore, Netanyahu said Israel would “fight until the end”.

Furthermore, over 17,000 Palestinians have died since fighting broke out on October 7, according to Gaza’s health ministry. Meanwhile, nine Israeli Army soldiers are reported to have been killed this week in what the Israeli military has called an “ambush” in Gaza City. Elsewhere, a different war is raging across campuses in the United States as Zionist groups claim that Jewish students and faculty are facing open calls of genocide from pro-Palestinian activists. Two Massachusetts schools, MIT and Harvard, have become focal points of this outrage.

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The Weeknd Provides 4 Million Meals To The People Of Gaza

December 1, 2023 by newhiphopnews

The Weeknd is easily one of the biggest artists in the entire world. When you have as much influence as Abel does, you are going to get a lot of people to follow your every move. Overall, being an artist in his position wields a lot of power. Ultimately, he has money that he can give to massive causes. Furthermore, by coming through with a simple action, he can influence others to match him, even if on a smaller scale. These are the reasons why a lot of fans want artists to be open and honest about their beliefs.

As many of you already know, there is a conflict going on in the Middle East. This conflict is between Israel and Palestine. The Palestinian people have been facing horrific conditions in Gaza. Up until the cease-fire, they were facing bombs and occupations, every single day. This has left many people displaced and without any food or water. Well, The Weeknd is using his role as a United Nations World Food Programme Goodwill Ambassador to improve the situation.

The Weeknd Delivers

Canadian singer Abel Makkonen Tesfaye, aka The Weeknd, performs on stage during a concert at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, Paris’ suburb, on July 29, 2023. (Photo by Anna KURTH / AFP) (Photo by ANNA KURTH/AFP via Getty Images)

According to TMZ, The Weeknd is donating $2.5 million to the organization. This will lead to 4 million meals making their way into the region. Overall, this is a massive move that will help out a whole lot of people. Palestinians have gone through so much over the last decades, and while this doesn’t bring an end to the conflict, it will improve the lives of many. You have to give credit where it is due here. Hopefully, others with The Weeknd’s money and influence will do something similar.

Let us know what you think of the gesture, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will always be sure to keep you informed.

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Josh Giddey’s Agent Fired For Criticising BLM Post About About Palestine

November 30, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Josh Giddey’s agent, Daniel Moldovan, has been fired from a prominent Australian management agency Octagon after criticising a Black Lives Matter chapter for a pro-Palestinian post. Moldovan, an Orthodox Jew, had criticized BLM’s Chicago chapter for their pro-Palestinian post made after the deadly Hamas incursion on October 7. The post in question showed a paraglider displaying the Palestinian flag. “72 hours after terrorists paraglided into a music festival and slaughtered 260 young people, this is how BLM chose to symbolize where their support lies. F-ck BLM and anyone who supports them,” Moldovan wrote in the comments of the post. Per Octagon, Moldovan was fired for a “gross violation” of the company’s personal social media use policy.

Furthermore, Moldovan will remain Giddey’s agent for the time being despite no longer being affiliated with Octagon. Moldovan is Australia’s equivalent of Rich Paul. He is a super-agent who built his own path amid the cutthroat world of sports management. Moldovan’s other includes include reigning NBL MVP, Xavier Cooks.

Giddey Still Playing Despite Allegations

NEW POST and a bizarre scoop ($): Josh Giddey’s agent fired by Octagon over…a BLM/Israel Post?

— Ethan Strauss (@SherwoodStrauss) November 29, 2023

Of course, the firing comes at an inopportune time. Giddey is facing an uphill battle against allegations that he had sexual relations with a minor. However, despite these allegations, Giddey is not expected to miss any playing time in the immediate future. He has put up 20 points, 13 rebounds, and 9 assists in the two games since the allegations came to light. Furthermore, team officials have refused to comment on the situation. Head coach Mark Daigneault simply called it a “league matter”. Furthermore, his only addition was that Giddey remains active with the team for the time being. The Thunder are next in action on Thursday (November 30), hosting the Lakers in OKC.

However, while he has been active on the court, pressure has been mounting against Giddey. Fans at a Lil Uzi Vert concert in Boston were heard chanting “f-ck Josh Giddey” during the show. Meanwhile, cereal brand Weet-Bix, popular in Giddey’s home nation of Australia, is potentially considering ending their $40 million endorsement with the athlete. This remains a developing story and we’ll have any updates as and when they emerge.

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Mia Khalifa’s OnlyFans & Army Comparison Is Raising Eyebrows

November 13, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Since she first rose to fame for those controversial porn videos years ago, Mia Khalifa has done a lot to rehabilitate her image. She’s facing bans from some countries in the Middle East and has many haters with high religious standards. However, that hasn’t stopped the entertainer from using her platform to speak about important world issues. Even if Khalifa has critics around the globe, her influence still counts for something as she’s got millions of Twitter followers who she recently shared her thoughts on taking a career as an OnlyFans content creator versus signing up for the Army with.

Amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, the model is sharing updates and thought-provoking posts with her audience. Interestingly, some of them even played a part in losing her partnership with Playboy. When responding to a tweet about the war in Iraq and how all this fighting seems to be under the guise of killing innocent people, Khalifa shared a clip from her past interview with Ziwe. “If we’re going by that definition, being in the Army is worse than being on OnlyFans,” the 30-year-old suggested.

Former Pornstar Mia Khalifa Has Thoughts on War

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— Mia K. (@miakhalifa) November 11, 2023

“You’re selling your body to the government,” Khalifa reminded those interested in signing up for the military. In the video above, a TikTok user who seemingly sold themselves to higher political powers stitched her original post only to scowl at the camera before giving her words some serious thought. To be fair, Mia has a valid point, though we’re sure not everyone is open-minded enough to see it that way.

She may not be creating X-rated content in the same capacity she did years ago, but Mia Khalifa isn’t afraid to flaunt what she’s got. Earlier this fall, the brown-haired beauty went viral for unzipping her top to reveal some serious cleavage in public while quoting Megan Thee Stallion lyrics. Check that salacious video out at the link below, and tap back in later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.

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Kid Cudi Voices Support For “Free Palestine,” Says He Can’t “Remain Silent”

November 6, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Kid Cudi voiced his support for Palestine on Instagram, Sunday, amid Israel’s ongoing retaliation for Hamas’ terror attacks on October 7. After those incidents resulted in the deaths of more than 1,400 people, Israel’s military has killed over 9,000 people living in Gaza, including large percentages of women and children, according to CNN.

“I can’t watch what’s happening in the world and remain silent,” Cudi began his lengthy post. “I can’t imagine the pain people are feeling. Seeing their entire neighborhoods bombed, losing generations of family members, parents crying over their children’s lifeless bodies, communities turning into mass graves, people digging through rubble of their homes in hopes of finding remains of their loved ones.”

Protesters Demonstrate Support For Palestine In Washington D.C.

11/04/2023 Washington DC, USA. Jewish men hold hands with other demonstrators during a demonstration of solidarity with Palestinians.
Demonstrators gathered in Freedom Plaza for a rally supporting Palestinians in Washington, DC, on November 4, 2023. The rally came in the wake of a tragic conflict that began on October 7, 2023, when Palestinian Hamas militants from the Gaza Strip launched a surprise attack in southern Israel, resulting in thousands of casualties, both Israeli and Palestinian. This escalation led Israel to declare war on Hamas in Gaza the following day. (Photo by Ali Khaligh / Middle East Images / Middle East Images via AFP) (Photo by ALI KHALIGH/Middle East Images/AFP via Getty Images)

“I recognize that there’s more to the story than what’s happened over these past few weeks. And it goes without saying, I love my Jewish brothers and sisters and condemn any violence towards them,” he added. “Your losses are unimaginable and you are all in my prayers. My prayers also go out to the hostages and their families, may they be returned safely.” Check out the full statement below.

Kid Cudi Speaks Out

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Cudi is far from the only hip-hop artist to speak out in support of Palestine in recent weeks. On Saturday, Macklemore spoke at a “Free Palestine” rally in Washington D.C., labeling Israel’s treatment of Palestinians a “genocide.” Be on the lookout for further updates on the Israel-Palestine conflict on HotNewHipHop.

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“DJ Khaled Is A B*tch” Becomes Viral Pro-Palestine Sentiment Amid Rapper’s Silence On Middle East Conflict

November 5, 2023 by newhiphopnews

The internet continues to hate on DJ Khaled for remaining silent on the Israel-Palestine conflict. It has been nearly a month since an incursion into Israel by the militant organization Hamas led to a full-scale war between Israel and the two enclaves that form Palestine. While other celebrities who initially remained silent have since spoken out, Khaled – who is Palestinian – has not formally spoken about the war. Furthermore, this has led to criticism from the likes of DJ Vlad, who said that Khaled’s voice would be “powerful.”

Things reached a fervor pitch this weekend after a image of a woman holding a Khaled-oriented sign at a pro-Palestinian march in Paris went viral. The perfectly-framed image sees the woman looking directly at the camera while holding a handwritten sign. Reading “DJ Khaled is a b-tch”, the sign became a major rallying cry. This weekend saw millions of people around the world marching in solidarity with Palestine and amplifying calls for a ceasefire.

Israel-Palestine: Latest Updates

Pro-Palestine protester calls out DJ Khaled for not using his platform to stand in solidarity with the Palestinian People pic.twitter.com/BIAEYzSeTH

— SHO’NUFF (@IAMSHO_NUFF) October 29, 2023

This week will mark one month since the deadly Hamas incursion into southern Israel that led to all-out war. With the Palestinian death toll alone nearing 10,000, the past week has been focused on calls for a ceasefire. As Israeli troops surrounded Gaza City, reports emerged of the US warning Israel that there was an expiration date on their support. With public support in the US for Israel rapidly eroding, State Department officials reportedly told Israel that they could not unequivocally support them forever.

Meanwhile, scores of reports of atrocities against civilians continue to flood in. Earlier in the week, the story of an Israeli airstrike targeting an ambulance went viral. Israeli sources made unsubstantiated claims that Hamas was using the ambulance to move military equipment. Elsewhere, many were left dead on November 5 after multiple airstrikes on a refugee camp in Gaza. Additionally, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken also traveled to Iran. His hope is to stop the conflict from spilling over into other parts of the region.

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Macklemore Speaks At “Free Palestine” Rally In D.C.: “This Is A Genocide”

November 5, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Macklemore labeled Israel’s treatment of Palestinians a “genocide” while speaking at a “Free Palestine” rally in Washington D.C. on Saturday. The demonstration was held in protest of Israel’s latest retaliation for Hamas’ terror attacks on October 7, which killed more than 1,400 people. In response, Israel’s military has killed over 9,000 people living in Gaza, including large percentages of women and children, all according to reports from CNN.

“I didn’t expect to be on a microphone,” Macklemore told the crowd, as noted by Billboard. “There are thousands of people here more qualified to speak on the issue of a free Palestine than myself. But I will say this: They told me to be quiet. They told me to do my research, to go back, that it’s too complex to say something, right? To be silent in this moment. In the last three weeks, I’ve gone back and I’ve done some research … I’m teachable. I don’t know enough. But I know enough that this is a genocide.”

Macklemore Performs At Lollapalooza

BERLIN, GERMANY – SEPTEMBER 10: Macklemore performs live on stage during a concert at day 2 of Lollapalooza Berlin 2023 at Olympiapark on September 10, 2023 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Gina Wetzler/Redferns)

Saturday isn’t the first time Macklemore has spoken out on the issue. On October 19, he also released a statement on social media. He wrote at the time: “I have been in fear. I have felt a literal lump in my throat and I cannot stay silent any longer. I condemn the murder of any human. The bombings, kidnappings and murder of the Israeli people carried out by Hamas was horrific in every way imaginable. My heart deeply hurts for the Israelis that lost loved ones to such an abomination. As a father I cannot imagine if one my kids was at that festival, or was still missing after being kidnapped. It is absolutely unfathomable. But killing innocent humans in retaliation as collective punishment is not the answer. That is why I am supporting the people around the world who are calling for a ceasefire.”

Macklemore speaks at the “Free Palestine” rally in DC:

“They told me to do my research, that it’s too complex, to be silent … In the last 3 weeks, I’ve gone back & I have done some research, I don’t know everything, but I know enough to know that this is a genocide.” pic.twitter.com/QQcjZQcSFQ

— philip lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) November 4, 2023

Macklemore is far from the first voice in the music industry to speak out on the conflict. After being criticized for his silence, Drake recently signed a letter penned to President Joe Biden calling for a ceasefire in the region.

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