McDonald’s CEO says 'misinformation' over Israel/Hamas war hurting company's Middle East business

McDonald’s Chief Executive Officer Chris Kempczinski has said that the company’s business in the Middle East is being affected due to the war between Israel and Hamas and associated "misinformation" about the fast-food chain’s position on the conflict.

The world’s largest burger chain, as well as other top chains such as Starbucks, have become the target of boycotts over their perceived pro-Israeli stance and alleged financial ties to Israel.

In a LinkedIn post on Thursday, Kempczinski wrote that "several markets in the Middle East and some outside the region are experiencing a meaningful...