In an interview on CNBC's "Money Movers," Palantir CEO Alex Karp revealed that his company has already lost employees and anticipates further departures due to his public support for Israel. Karp emphasized that if a position doesn't come with the risk of losing employees, it's not a meaningful position at all.

The personnel turnover at Palantir is a direct consequence of the company's controversial stances, particularly its involvement with the Ukrainian and Israeli militaries. Palantir, renowned for its government contract work in defense and intelligence, has provided technology support to both countries in their respective conflicts.

Karp expressed pride in Palantir's involvement with Israel's operations following the Palestinian militant group Hamas' rampage in southern Israel, which resulted in the deaths of nearly 1,200 people. The company took out a full-page ad in The New York Times in October, standing firmly with Israel.

Palantir's commitment to Israeli interests was further underscored during its first board meeting of the year in Tel Aviv, Israel, held in January. The meeting led to a "strategic partnership" agreement with the Israeli Ministry of Defense, solidifying their collaboration in supplying technology for military efforts.

Despite facing employee losses, Karp remained resolute in his pro-Israel beliefs. He asserted that Palantir's culture encourages speaking up, even if it means delivering unconventional viewpoints. He promised open communication within the company, respecting legal and ethical boundaries while portraying their worldview as accurately as possible.

Palantir's involvement in controversial issues is not new, as Karp has consistently voiced his opinions on social and political matters that defy popular beliefs prevalent in San Francisco and Silicon Valley. In 2020, the company relocated its headquarters from Palo Alto, California, to Denver, in an attempt to distance itself from the prevailing Silicon Valley mindset. Karp has also criticized tech companies that refuse to collaborate with the federal government to ensure national security.

Recently, Palantir secured a $178.4 million contract with the U.S. Army to develop 10 ground stations powered by artificial intelligence. The project, known as Tactical Intelligence Targeting Access Node (TITAN), further highlights the company's engagement in defense-related initiatives.

From Karp's perspective, the issue extends beyond just supporting Israel; it encompasses a belief in the superiority of the Western way of life. As one of the company's co-founders alongside conservative venture capitalists Peter Thiel and Joe Lonsdale, Karp is vocal about aligning Palantir with Western values.

It remains to be seen how the employee losses at Palantir will affect its operations and future direction. Nevertheless, the company remains steadfast in its support for Israel and its commitments to Western ideology.