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UK Green Party defines Zionism as racism; Israel condemns as antisemitic
Al Jazeera·GB · IL·about 15 hours ago
The UK Green Party passed a motion declaring 'Zionism is Racism', prompting community leaders to warn it discriminates against Jewish members. The move marks a notable shift in party policy and has sparked internal and external backlash, though the motion's practical implications remain unclear.
The UK Green Party has formally adopted a definition of Zionism as 'racism,' a move confirmed by multiple sources and leading to significant internal party division and external condemnation. Israel has responded by barring the Green Party leader from entry, escalating diplomatic friction. The practical implications for UK-Israel relations and the party's electoral appeal remain to be fully observed.