A fiery exchange on Piers Morgan Uncensored on 14 June sparked intense online debate after American political commentator Anna Kasparian called for the United States to stay out of the escalating IranIsrael conflict.
The segment, broadcast live from London and later shared widely across social media, has drawn millions of views and triggered global reaction. The heated discussion took place during a panel debate featuring commentators from both pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian perspectives.
Kasparian, executive producer of The Young Turks, directed her criticism at fellow panellist Emily Schrader, accusing her of 'doing propaganda tours' to encourage US involvement in Israel's potential war with Iran.
'Leave America out of it,' Kasparian declared. 'Our men and women in uniform shouldn't die on behalf of your country.'
What was said on air?
The remarks came during a broader conversation about Israel's ongoing military operations in Gaza and the messaging surrounding the humanitarian crisis. Schrader, a vocal Israeli advocate, defended her country's actions, citing persistent threats from Hamas and Israel's right to self-defence.
In contrast, Kasparian warned against repeating the mistakes of the Iraq War, cautioning that the United States risked being drawn into another costly military conflict 'under pressure from foreign policy lobbying'.
Social media was quick to react. A 20-second clip of Kasparian's comments, posted on TikTok, amassed more than 3 million views within 24 hours.
On X (formerly Twitter), hashtags such as #LeaveAmericaOut and #NoWarForIsrael trended in the United States and the UK.
While some users praised her bluntness, others accused her of undermining a long-standing ally during a time of high tension.
'She voiced what many of us are thinking,' one user wrote. Another countered: 'Abandoning Israel now would be a historic mistake.'
What triggered the conversation?
Tensions between Israel and Iran have intensified in recent weeks. According to regional media reports, Israeli forces launched strikes on Iranian-backed militia bases in Syria and Iraq on 10 June, drawing condemnation from Tehran.
In response, Iran threatened 'swift and harsh retaliation, raising fears of a direct military confrontation.
The US has historically backed Israel in such standoffs, often with funding, intelligence and at times military assets. This ongoing alignment is what prompted the Uncensored panel to dissect the deeper implications of such support, especially if war breaks out on a larger scale.
What role did Greta Thunberg and the flotilla play?
The episode also included heated exchanges about Greta Thunberg's participation in a Gaza-bound flotilla.
Schrader dismissed the mission as a 'selfie yacht' and 'performative PR,' while UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese defended the voyage as a symbolic gesture in support of humanitarian aid.
Thunberg and other activists were intercepted by Israeli forces before reaching Gaza, triggering a separate debate on censorship and international aid access.
Although Kasparian's viral remarks came after this discussion, they echoed a larger frustration that global theatrics often obscure real policy accountability.
'If Israel wants a war, they should go it alone,' she said ' Don't bring our troops into it.'
How are Americans responding?
Kasparian's comments have struck a chord with a war-weary American public. Two decades on from the invasion of Iraq, recent polling indicates that a majority of Americans oppose entering another Middle East conflict without direct provocation.
Her words captured that sentiment, tapping into growing scepticism over foreign entanglements and the cost of defending allies abroad. As the situation in the Middle East grows more volatile, her message continues to reverberate across newsrooms and social media feeds alike.
