Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has sparked controversy once again by refusing to single out Hamas for their deadly raid on Israel. This comes after he referred to the terror group as friends in the past.
Labour MP Apsana Begum Faces Backlash
Labour MP Apsana Begum has come under fire for posing with the Palestinian Solidarity Campaign. Critics argue that her actions show support for Hamas, despite the group's involvement in the recent deadly raid.
Sir Keir Starmer's Spokesman Responds
The spokesman for current Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has addressed the controversy, stating, "This is precisely why the party has changed since 2019." Starmer has been working to distance Labour from associations with extremist groups.
Home Secretary Calls for Action
Home Secretary Suella Braverman has demanded that the police "use the full force of the law" against displays of support for Hamas. Braverman also expressed her concern over videos showing people in the UK celebrating the attack on Israel.
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Celebrities Join the Debate
Countdown star Rachel Riley has taken to social media to share images of cars driving with Palestinian flags "bouncing up and down." This has further fueled the controversy surrounding support for Hamas and anti-Semitism in the UK.
Community Security Trust Holds Talks
The Community Security Trust (CST), a charity that protects British Jews from anti-Semitism and related threats, has held talks with Home Secretary Suella Braverman. They are working together to address the concerns raised by the recent events.
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