Sky News has issued an apology after one of its presenters made a highly controversial comparison between remarks made by an Israeli politician regarding the war in Gaza and the treatment of Jewish people during the Holocaust. The incident occurred during an interview with Danny Danon, a member of Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party, after the International Court of Justice (ICJ) called on Israel to prevent a potential genocide in Gaza.

During the interview, presenter Belle Donati referenced the "voluntary relocation of many Jewish people during the Holocaust," to which Danny Danon reacted strongly, calling her remarks "shameful" and accusing her of "pure anti-Semitism." The interview became particularly heated when Donati claimed that Danon had suggested the "ethnic cleansing" of some of Gaza's population to Western countries in an article he co-authored.

Danon clarified that he had not spoken about "ethnic cleansing" but rather "voluntary immigration," stating that anyone who voluntarily wishes to move countries should be eligible to do so. In response, Donati made the controversial reference to the "voluntary relocation of many Jewish people during the Holocaust."

Following the intense exchange, Sky News issued an on-air apology, acknowledging the "complete inappropriateness" and offensive nature of the presenter's comparison. The channel expressed its regret for the comparison and extended a personal apology to Danny Danon.

"In an interview earlier today with Israeli politician Danny Danon, a Sky News presenter made a comparison between Mr. Danon's comments on Israel's war with Hamas and the treatment of Jewish people in the Holocaust," said the broadcaster in its statement. "Sky News recognized the complete inappropriateness of this comparison and the offensive nature of those comments. Sky News would like to apologize unreservedly for the comparison and to Mr. Danon personally for making the comparison."

The incident occurred in the aftermath of the ICJ's judgment, urging Israel to take all necessary measures to prevent potential acts of genocide in Gaza. While the court did not call for an end to the ongoing conflict, it emphasized the importance of preventing any acts of genocide.

This controversial comparison has sparked widespread debate and criticism, as well as a reminder of the sensitivity surrounding discussions related to the Holocaust. As the fallout from this incident continues, it serves as a reminder of the need for thoughtful and respectful dialogue in addressing sensitive issues in the media.