Messi censured for meeting and applauding Trump amid US attacks on Iran
Al Jazeera • • general
Key Points:
- Lionel Messi faced criticism for attending a White House event where he applauded President Donald Trump’s remarks on the US military’s actions in the Iran war, drawing backlash on social media for appearing to support the political message.
- The event honored Messi and his Inter Miami team for winning the MLS title, with Trump praising Messi’s achievements and the team’s success since his mid-2023 arrival.
- Trump used the occasion to highlight ongoing US and Israeli military operations against Iran, boasting about the attacks that have resulted in significant casualties, while Messi and others in attendance applauded.
- Critics condemned Messi and the Miami squad for being involved in a politically charged event amid the Middle East conflict, with commentators emphasizing the humanitarian toll, including the deaths
