Israeli Hackers Strike Back: Kanye West's Website Taken Down After Anti-Semitic Merch and Rants

The Israeli hacking group "Red Devils" has reportedly shut down Kanye West's Yeezy merchandise website following the artist's series of inflammatory anti-Semitic posts and the sale of a swastika-branded shirt. The controversial rapper, now legally known as Ye, had been selling a white t-shirt featuring a swastika under the code "HH-01," an apparent reference to "Heil Hitler."

The website takedown comes amid Ye's recent storm of anti-Semitic statements on X (formerly Twitter), where he declared himself a "Nazi," expressed admiration for Adolf Hitler, and claimed "antisemitism was made up by Jewish people to protect themselves." His rants also targeted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and included various conspiracy theories.

Ye's recent behavior has sparked widespread condemnation, with celebrities like Kid Cudi and Frank Ocean publicly unfollowing him. His social media presence has faced increasing restrictions, with his X account being suspended multiple times before ultimately becoming inaccessible in early February 2025. Platform owner Elon Musk confirmed the account's suspension due to repeated violations.

Shopify, which hosted the Yeezy website, faced mounting criticism for allowing the sale of hate symbols before eventually removing the site for violating their Acceptable Use Policy. This latest incident adds to Ye's growing list of consequences, including the loss of his Adidas partnership and other business relationships due to his anti-Semitic behavior.

The hacking group's action has garnered support across social media, with many praising their swift response to Ye's continued provocations. While mental health advocates note Ye's previous bipolar disorder diagnosis and recent autism claim, critics emphasize that mental health challenges do not excuse hate speech.