Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has repeatedly denied Israel’s involvement in the death of TPUSA Founder Charlie Kirk, labeling allegations against his country as a “monstrous lie” spread by unnamed sources. In a video statement posted on X, Netanyahu condemned the rumors, which suggest Israeli connections to Kirk’s assassination despite no evidence.

The prime minister accused unspecified individuals of fabricating claims, suggesting potential ties to Qatari funding amid ongoing scrutiny of his office over payments to senior advisers. “This is insane. It is false. It is outrageous,” Netanyahu asserted, praising Kirk for his pro-Israel activism and highlighting their direct communication. He emphasized that Kirk’s critiques of Israeli policies were tolerated as part of democratic discourse, stating, “I welcomed it. This is the essence of Charlie.”

Conspiratorial claims linking Israel to Kirk’s death have persisted despite the lack of proof. Netanyahu reiterated that Kirk’s advocacy for Israel was genuine, citing a recent letter from the activist expressing concern over declining U.S. support for the country. Meanwhile, conservative figures like Tucker Carlson and Marjorie Taylor Greene have publicly criticized Netanyahu’s leadership and Israeli actions in Gaza.

The controversy underscores tensions between Israeli officials and certain American political voices, even as Netanyahu seeks to distance his government from allegations of involvement in Kirk’s killing.