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TikTok Removes Huda Kattan's Controversial Video Amid Backlash

8/3/2025

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TikTok has taken down a provocative video by beauty influencer Huda Kattan, who claimed Israel was behind significant historical events, including the World Wars and September 11 attacks. This has ignited a backlash, prompting calls for retailers like Sephora to cut ties with her brand, Huda Beauty, over allegations of spreading antisemitic conspiracy theories.

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TikTok has taken down a provocative video by beauty influencer Huda Kattan, who claimed Israel was behind significant historical events, including the World Wars and September 11 attacks. This has ignited a backlash, prompting calls for retailers like Sephora to cut ties with her brand, Huda Beauty, over allegations of spreading antisemitic conspiracy theories.