Roger Waters has recently criticized Bono over his comments regarding the Israel-Hamas conflict, labeling them as offensive and unpleasant. This tension emerged after Bono paid tribute to the victims of the October 7 attack during a U2 performance, modifying song lyrics to address the situation.
Waters, known for his outspoken views on Israel, condemned Bono’s remarks in a conversation with Al Jazeera, calling them disgusting and suggesting that Bono’s behavior should be confronted. He expressed strong disapproval of Bono’s support for what he perceives as the Zionist perspective.
Waters has faced scrutiny over his comments related to the Palestine conflict and accusations of anti-Semitism, which he consistently denies. He argues that his critiques target the Israeli government, not the Jewish people, and has been featured in a documentary discussing alleged anti-Semitic actions linked to him, which he dismisses as propaganda.
The discourse around Waters and Bono reflects broader tensions in the music community regarding political statements and actions, especially concerning sensitive global issues. Meanwhile, U2 continues to use their platform to address political matters, dedicating performances to various causes.
