An Israeli minister has been suspended from government meetings following controversial comments that suggested dropping a nuclear bomb on Gaza. Heritage Minister Amichay Eliyahu, a member of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s ruling coalition, made the remarks during an interview, advocating a fierce military response to Hamas’ attacks. The comments drew criticism from families of hostages believed to be held in Gaza. Netanyahu’s office quickly denounced Eliyahu’s statements, calling them “disconnected from reality” and emphasizing Israel’s commitment to sparing non-combatants. The minister’s comments also sparked outrage from Hamas and other countries, including Saudi Arabia and Jordan. Eliyahu later claimed that his atomic bomb statement was metaphorical and affirmed Israel’s dedication to the safe return of the hostages. The incident has led to renewed discussions about Israel’s nuclear capabilities and concerns about the extremist mindset with access to nuclear power.