Ex-IDF, Bellator Fighter Receives Flak for Writing Names of Khabib Nurmagomedov, Muslim Fighters on Gaza-Bound Missile

An Israeli mixed martial arts fighter and former Bellator stand out is being accused of Islamophobia and of having genocidal tendencies after posting a photo of a missile bearing the name of Muslim fighters.

Haim Gozali, 50, used to serve under the Israeli Defense Forces and is more known for his Bellator stint. He never fought in the Ultimate Fighting Championship and finished his career with 12 wins and six losses.

In an Instagram post, he specifically targeted Khabib Nurmagomedov, Belal Muhammad, Islam Makhachev, and Khamzat Chimaev by inscribing their names on a missile bound for Gaza, which the Israeli government is currently annihilating as they target Hamas terrorists.

Gozali published the IG post with the caption, "This is a message to the [rat emoji]." The caption echoes the statement of Israeli leaders referring to the people of Gaza as animals.

It should be noted that Gaza is not an absolute Muslim community, and the IDF claimed they are only targeting Hamas terrorists, not the likes of Muslim UFC fighters.

Around 10,000 civilian children and residents have already been killed by Israeli missiles and deadly white phosphorus in the area. On the side of Israel, they already lost around 1500 people due to the attacks.

What did Khabib and others think of the Israel-Gaza war?

Nurmagomedov, a Muslim Russian fighter, is among the most formidable fighters in the MMA world. He is very vocal about his religion, and he was among the first to voice out support for Palestine by posting on Instagram.

Belal Muhammad also spoke about the conflict, asking people to pray for Palestine.

Chechen welterweight star Chimaev has a more radical response by posting flags of Palestine and referring to Israelis as "guests" of Palestinians.

"One day, you will be expelled from Palestine," he posted. Give me the strongest man from Israel. I will break him."