The world is reacting with disbelief to the resurfaced comments of Lauren Booth, sister-in-law to former British Prime Minister Tony Blair. A video from two years ago is now circulating widely, revealing her chilling reaction to the October 7th attacks in Israel.
Booth, a convert to Islam, described the day of the Hamas attacks – a day marked by the brutal murder of 1,200 people and the abduction of over 250 hostages – as “a legendary day in the ummah’s history.” Her words have ignited a firestorm of outrage and condemnation.
She suggested the horrific events would inspire millions to embrace Islam, claiming a “tipping point in history” had been reached. Booth urged followers to remain “steadfast” and continue “the struggle,” framing the violence as a catalyst for religious conversion.
The interview also revealed a disturbing frustration with the perceived restraint of Palestinians. Booth expressed being “a little bit annoyed” that they didn’t demonstrate more hatred towards Jews, even accusing them of exhibiting “Stockholm syndrome” by seeking divine justice instead of immediate retaliation.
Faced with mounting criticism, Booth didn’t offer an apology. Instead, she doubled down on her position, blaming Israel and accusing the Daily Mail of a deliberate attempt to “intimidate and silence” her support for Palestinian justice.
She defended her views by invoking international law, claiming it “permits resistance,” and pointedly noted the writer behind the critical article was based in Israel, framing it as “client journalism” designed to serve a specific agenda.
Booth concluded with a defiant statement, proclaiming, “We will see an end to the evils of Zionism, Inshallah, and we will not be silenced.” Her words echo a long history of controversial statements and activism.
This isn’t an isolated incident. In 2011, Booth publicly called for the destruction of Israel during a protest in Trafalgar Square, urging Muslims to “liberate” Jerusalem from Jewish control.
Images have also surfaced showing Booth receiving a special Palestinian passport from Hamas leader Haniyeh, further fueling concerns about her deep-seated biases and affiliations. The resurfacing of these events has sparked a renewed debate about the boundaries of free speech and the dangers of extremist rhetoric.
The comments have left many questioning how someone connected to a prominent political figure could express such views in the wake of unimaginable suffering, and what message it sends to those affected by the violence.
