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Gay writer says, "Bombing Iran is the perfect way to celebrate Pride." Commenters disagree.
By Daniel Villarreal at LGBTQ Nation
· June 12, 2026
· 1 min read
British-Jewish journalist Jonathan Sacerdoti authored an article entitled, "Bombing Iran is the perfect way to celebrate Pride." While the article's title has since been changed to, "Bombing Iran’s evil regime is a point of Pride for Israel", in it he praises Israel's missile strikes against "the ho
Why this matters
The controversy surrounding Jonathan Sacerdoti's article highlights the complexities of intersecting identities and political agendas within the LGBTQ+ community. Sacerdoti's argument that bombing Iran is a way to celebrate Pride by targeting a regime with harsh anti-LGBTQ+ laws has been met with criticism, including accusations of "pinkwashing." This term suggests that Sacerdoti is using LGBTQ+ rights as a pretext to justify military action, rather than genuinely advocating for the community's well-being. The backlash against the article also reveals tensions between LGBTQ+ individuals who prioritize solidarity with other marginalized groups, such as Palestinians, and those who see LGBTQ+ rights as a justification for nationalist or militaristic agendas. As the LGBTQ+ community continues to navigate these complexities, it is essential to consider the potential consequences of co-opting LGBTQ+ rights for political purposes, and to prioritize a nuanced understanding of the intersections between identity, politics, and social justice.
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Category: rights ·
Published: June 12, 2026 ·
Source: LGBTQ Nation ·
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What is this story about? British-Jewish journalist Jonathan Sacerdoti authored an article entitled, "Bombing Iran is the perfect way to celebrate Pride." While the article's title has since been changed to, "Bombing Iran’s evil regime is a point of Pride for Israel", in it he praises Israel's missile strikes against "the ho
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