Former US President Barack Obama has come under fire for his characterization of Israel's history, which some say neglects the country's deep historical connection to the land.
What happened
Speaking in Belfast, Northern Ireland, Obama discussed the persecution of the Jewish people and their return to their ancient homeland, describing it as Jews having taken land off people. His words have been met with criticism, including from Elisha Wiesel, son of Holocaust survivor and Nobel Peace Prize winner Elie Wiesel.
According to biblical accounts, God promised the land to Abraham, with the story of Israel beginning thousands of years earlier in Genesis. This promise is seen as a cornerstone of the Jewish people's connection to the land, and some argue that Obama's comments overlook this significant aspect of Israel's history.
