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Ben & Jerry’s Calls Gaza Conflict 'Genocide,' Clashes with Unilever

6/1/2025

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Ben & Jerry’s board has boldly declared the Gaza conflict a “genocide,” escalating friction with parent company Unilever. This declaration underscores the brand's commitment to social justice, echoing its 2021 choice to cease sales in Israeli-occupied areas. Unilever, however, has sought to separate itself from these statements, revealing the ongoing struggle between corporate governance and activism.

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Ben & Jerry’s board has boldly declared the Gaza conflict a “genocide,” escalating friction with parent company Unilever. This declaration underscores the brand's commitment to social justice, echoing its 2021 choice to cease sales in Israeli-occupied areas. Unilever, however, has sought to separate itself from these statements, revealing the ongoing struggle between corporate governance and activism.