In a recent address that has ignited heated discussions, former CIA Director and U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo emphasized the need to shape historical narratives around the October 7 events. Speaking at the MirYam Institute on January 13, 2026, he highlighted concerns over how future generations might remember the conflict. This comes amid ongoing debates about media portrayal and historical accuracy in the Israeli-Palestinian tensions. Latest update: Just yesterday, Pompeo reiterated his views in a briefing, warning about the risks of anti-Israel sentiments gaining traction among youth. Source: MirYam Institute YouTube.
Former CIA Director Mike Pompeo addressed the Zionist MirYam Institute on Tuesday, stressing the importance of ensuring that historical accounts of the October 7 events prioritize the Israeli perspective. "We need to make sure that the story [of Oct 7] is told properly, so that when the history books write this, they don’t write about the victims of Gaza," Pompeo stated, drawing applause from the audience.
He clarified his remarks slightly, acknowledging civilian casualties in Gaza: "I should be a little more precise. There were victims in Gaza, right? It’s true. There are civilian casualties in every war that’s ever been fought, but the victims were the people of the nation-state of Israel." This sentiment echoes biblical references, such as the command to "blot out the memory of Amalek" from the Hebrew Bible, where Amalek symbolizes enemies of the Israelites. To some, this extends to broader groups, including Americans and Europeans in certain Orthodox Jewish interpretations.
Mike Pompeo to Zionist MirYam Institute: "We need to make sure that the story [of Oct 7] is told properly, so that when the history books write this, they don't write about the victims of Gaza." pic.twitter.com/KEymL1BWFj
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The event's host, IDF veteran Benjamin Anthony, also inquired about countering anti-Israel voices within the GOP, naming figures like Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens, whose criticisms make Zionists "uneasy." Pompeo expressed concern: "I am worried about it because it’s gained traction... Most disconcertingly, among young people." He noted that while such views remain "small," there's a risk they could "catch fire," describing them as "dangerous and evil" and a "fundamental misconception of American security." He affirmed Israel as America's unparalleled ally.
IDF vet Benjamin Anthony asks Mike Pompeo if the GOP can "stamp out" anti-Israel voices like Tucker Carlson, Candace Owens, and the like.
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Their Israel-critical views are making Zionists feel "uneasy," Anthony says.
"I am worried about it because it's gained traction," Pompeo… pic.twitter.com/0mKEr5zzLd
Critics argue that Pompeo's comments downplay the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where reports indicate significant civilian losses. Supporters, however, see it as a necessary pushback against narratives that they believe unfairly vilify Israel. This debate highlights the challenges of balancing empathy for all victims in protracted conflicts, allowing readers to weigh the complexities of memory, history, and geopolitics.
For the original report, see: Information Liberation.