World-renowned entrepreneur and Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, joined Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on a visit to the Kfar Aza kibbutz on Monday. The kibbutz was targeted by Hamas militants on October 7th, during an assault that resulted in the deaths of over 1,200 people and triggered an Israeli military offensive in Gaza.

In a video released by Netanyahu's office, Musk could be seen wearing a protective vest as he captured images and videos of the aftermath in Kfar Aza. Following the visit, Musk expressed his shock at the devastation witnessed, particularly the loss of innocent civilian lives, including children. "It was jarring to see the scene of the massacre," Musk shared in an X Spaces conversation with Netanyahu.

While the focus of the discussion centered around the conflict, the protests it has generated, and efforts to promote peace in the Middle East, the topic of online antisemitism and Musk's controversial endorsement of an antisemitic post on X was not addressed.

During their conversation, Netanyahu emphasized the necessity of neutralizing those intent on murder and putting an end to the propaganda that fuels hatred and violence. Musk echoed the sentiment, expressing his belief that bringing prosperity to Gaza would contribute to a better future.

Musk had faced widespread condemnation, including from the White House, for agreeing with a post on X that made false claims about Jewish people stoking hatred against white individuals. His remarks on X in response to the post drew significant backlash. Although the visit took place against this backdrop, the issue was not discussed during Musk's interaction with Netanyahu.

In a separate meeting, Musk was scheduled to meet with Israeli President Isaac Herzog. The focus of their discussion was said to be the rising concerns of online antisemitism and the need to take action against it.

In a significant development, Israel's Communications Minister, Shlomo Karhi, announced a partnership between his ministry and Musk's Starlink satellite internet company. The deal would involve deploying Starlink units in Gaza for use by internationally recognized aid organizations. The operation of Starlink technology in Israel, including the Gaza Strip, would require approval from the Israeli Ministry of Communications.

Elon Musk's visit to the attacked kibbutz highlights his commitment to understanding the situation on the ground and exploring ways to contribute to a more secure and prosperous future. While controversy surrounds his recent endorsement of an antisemitic post, the focus of his visit remained centered on the challenges faced by the region and the potential for peacebuilding efforts.

The details of Musk's discussion with President Herzog regarding combating antisemitism online remain undisclosed at this time. However, the partnership between Starlink and the Israeli Ministry of Communications offers a glimmer of hope for improved connectivity and aid distribution in Gaza, a region deeply affected by conflict and hardship.

As events continue to unfold, the international community awaits further actions and statements from Elon Musk regarding the sensitive issue of online antisemitism and his commitment to combatting its rise.