Javier Bardem Voices Deep Concern Over Gaza Crisis on “The View”
Spanish actor Javier Bardem used his appearance on ABC’s “The View” Monday to express concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, calling the situation “unbearable” and saying he believes it meets the definition of genocide, echoing statements made by several human rights organizations.
Speaking to the show’s co-hosts during a segment about activism, the Academy Award-winning actor described the emotional toll of watching footage from the conflict.
“I cannot express the pain that I, along with many millions of people, suffer daily watching those horrible images of children being murdered and starving to death,” Bardem said.
While acknowledging that Hamas must return the Israeli hostages taken on October 7, Bardem shifted focus to the humanitarian conditions in Gaza. He criticized restrictions on aid deliveries, saying that children are being “blocked” from accessing basic necessities like medicine and water.
According to CBS News, Gaza’s Health Ministry reported that 33 Palestinians were killed Monday while trying to reach a humanitarian aid center near Rafah, with several more deaths reported in other areas. The Israeli military declined to comment directly but has previously said it fires warning shots when individuals approach its positions during aid distributions.
Bardem cited various international organizations, including Amnesty International and legal experts, that have referred to the situation as a genocide. He said he shares that view, adding that the lack of international accountability is contributing to the scale of the crisis.
“The impunity that is allowing these actions to continue, backed by weapons and economic support from powerful allies, along with silence from others, is creating a dangerous precedent,” he said. “If we don’t act, this could fuel more conflict and suffering globally.”
As the segment ended, Bardem closed with a message about preserving human compassion amid geopolitical divisions:
“The most important thing is not to lose our humanity — to denounce what must be denounced, regardless of who is responsible.”
With input from Fox News.
