Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sparked controversy with his recent comments about college students who participate in pro-Palestinian protests. In an interview on Sunday, Netanyahu claimed that these students were demonstrating for Hamas and "sheer evil," drawing comparisons to Nazi supporters.

During an interview on Meet the Press, moderator Kristen Welker questioned Netanyahu about the calls for a ceasefire and the growing global support for ending civilian deaths in Gaza. Welker highlighted French President Emmanuel Macron's statement that there was "no justification" for the continued bombing of civilians.

In response, Netanyahu defended Israel's actions, asserting that the country needed to destroy Hamas as it had "no other choice." While acknowledging American support for Israel, he expressed concerns about the confusion and support for Palestine in various parts of the world, mistakenly equating it with support for the militant group.

Netanyahu condemned those who protest for Hamas, referring to them as "misguided people" who were unaware of the facts. He accused Hamas of deliberately targeting civilians and committing atrocious acts like rape and murder. However, public polling reveals an unclear picture of Palestinian support for Hamas, with mounting frustration over the group's governance noted in research published in Foreign Affairs.

The Israeli Prime Minister staunchly defended Israel's retaliation campaign against Hamas since the group's ambush last month, which claimed the lives of 1,200 people. Despite calls from world leaders and humanitarian groups for a ceasefire, Netanyahu compared the situation to World War II, stating that "the allies are fighting the Nazis," a comparison he has previously made.

Netanyahu's comments extended to higher education institutions, suggesting a condemnation of the quality of education at some universities. He criticized the pro-Palestinian protests taking place on college campuses, calling them a reflection of "sheer evil" and indicting higher education.

These protests have not been limited to campuses alone, as evidenced by the massive pro-Palestinian demonstration in London on Saturday. Over 300,000 people marched in support of Palestine, resulting in confrontations with far-right counter-protestors who opposed the decision to march on Armistice Day. More than 2,000 police officers were deployed to ensure the safety of both sides.

Conservative politicians have seized upon the widespread pro-Palestinian protests, urging actions to shut down student groups aligned with Palestine. Last week, Columbia University announced the suspension of both Students for Justice for Palestine and Jewish Voice for Peace for violating university policies during an "unauthorized" event.

As the conflict continues, global attention remains focused on finding a resolution and achieving a lasting ceasefire to alleviate the plight of civilians in Gaza. The Israeli Prime Minister's comments have elicited both support and criticism, adding fuel to the ongoing debate surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.