Caitlyn Jenner’s Israel Pride Parade Visit Disrupted by Iran War Breakout

Caitlyn Jenner’s trip to Israel, made as an Olympian and advocate for transgender rights, was interrupted due to the outbreak of conflict with Iran.

Jenner expressed her sentiments on Instagram yesterday, saying ‘My heart is with Israel now and always. Let good triumph over evil!’ She shared pictures of both Israeli and American flags, along with a photograph of herself praying at the historic Western Wall in Jerusalem.

In a show of solidarity for Israel, I had been eagerly anticipating my role as an honored guest at the June 13 Pride Parade in Tel Aviv. However, unexpected events unfolded when Israel launched strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities and other military targets, which inevitably led to the cancellation of the Pride Parade due to concerns about potential Iranian retaliation.

Jenner might encounter difficulties departing from Israel because Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport is closed and all flights to and from Israel have been halted. Following her arrival in Israel on Wednesday, she held a press conference organized by the Pride Parade planners.

Jenner reminisced about her initial trip to Israel five years back, an experience that encouraged her recent visit. “The people I encountered were the most welcoming and friendly of any nation I’ve ever visited,” she mused. “Everyone seemed happy, everyone was enjoying themselves.” This is how I remember it.

As a gamer, I was taken aback when I learned that the second-largest pride parade globally takes place in Tel Aviv. People always react with disbelief when I mention this fact – “Tel Aviv? Really? You’ve got to be kidding!” But let me tell you, the Israeli people are incredibly open-minded and welcoming. They genuinely support the LGBTQ community, something many people don’t realize.

In essence, Jenner expressed that she believes there might be an issue with your marketing strategy and offered her assistance. Additionally, she shared a personal story about her father, William Jenner, who served in the U.S. Army during World War II in Europe. His unit was part of the forces that liberated the Buchenwald concentration camp.

One reason I back Israel is because I value its connection to Jewish tradition. When I was thirteen, my father battled against the Nazis, an experience that deeply impacted him. He kept war photos, which left a lasting impression on me as a young person. Seeing those images made me question the capacity of humanity for such atrocities. Since then, I have felt compelled to support the Jewish community. Now, I have the chance to visit here and express my solidarity.

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2025-06-13 20:55