Senior American official accuses Israel of spreading chaos and terrorism

SANAA, June 21 (YPA) – The Chargé d’Affaires of the US Mission to the United Nations, Dorothy Shea, sparked widespread controversy during an official session after she made a surprising statement describing the Israeli government as spreading chaos, terrorism, and suffering throughout the region, before pausing and describing what she said as a “slip of the tongue.”

During her speech, Shea said, “The Israeli government is spreading chaos, terrorism, and suffering in the region,” but she quickly paused and then clarified that what she said was not intentional, and that she was referring to the Iranian government.

Despite her immediate correction, the brief statement sparked widespread reactions in media and diplomatic circles, as observers believed that what she said reflected the true, undeclared American position toward the practices of the occupation government.

Observers believe that this slip reflects the extent of the contradiction in American discourse, especially in light of the increasing international criticism of the crimes committed by the Israeli occupation in Gaza and the region, amid unconditional American support.

It is noteworthy that Dorothy Shea previously held sensitive diplomatic positions and was known for her statements supporting “Israel,” which increased the impact of this surprising statement, even if she tried to retract it.