UK’s Labour Party cuts ties with a candidate who said Israel allowed Hamas’ attack to happen
10 months, 1 week ago

UK’s Labour Party cuts ties with a candidate who said Israel allowed Hamas’ attack to happen

Associated Press  

LONDON — Britain’s opposition Labour Party on Monday disowned an election candidate who claimed that Israel allowed Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack to happen as a pretext to invade Gaza. “We understand that these are highly unusual circumstances, but it is vital that any candidate put forward by Labour fully represents its aims and values,” the party said in a statement. Since taking the helm of Labour in 2020, leader Keir Starmer has steered the social democratic party back toward the political middle ground after the divisive tenure of predecessor Jeremy Corbyn, a staunch socialist who advocated nationalization of key industries and infrastructure. Other candidates include George Galloway, a former Labour lawmaker who now represents the tiny Workers Party and is campaigning against Labour’s stance on the Israel-Hamas war.

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How Gaza anger hit Labour vote share: John Ashworth unseated, Jess Phillips’ narrow survival as Corbyn beats the party he once led
5 months, 2 weeks ago

How Gaza anger hit Labour vote share: John Ashworth unseated, Jess Phillips’ narrow survival as Corbyn beats the party he once led

The Independent  

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Jeremy Corbyn, fired from Labour Party for antisemitism, wins as Independent candidate
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Jeremy Corbyn, fired from Labour Party for antisemitism, wins as Independent candidate

Firstpost  

Jeremy Corbyn, the former leader of the Labour Party, had long been accused of harbouring antisemitism within the party Jeremy Corbyn, the former Labour leader fired from the party for antisemitism under his leadership, has won Jeremy Corbyn, the former leader of the Labour Party, has won as an Independent candidate in the UK general elections. Last year, Corbyn was …

Ashworth loses seat to pro-Palestine independent in shock defeat
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ashworth loses seat to pro-Palestine independent in shock defeat

The Telegraph  

The conflict in the Middle East has proved divisive for Labour, with Sir Keir Starmer facing criticism for his initial refusal to back a ceasefire. Labour’s losses Mr Ashworth, dubbed Labour’s “attack dog”, won Leicester South with a huge majority of more than 22,000 in 2019. Mr Corbyn, who took to social media on Thursday to say “Palestine is on …

Is the UK’s left-wing Labour Party on a ‘rightward’ path in election race?
6 months, 1 week ago

Is the UK’s left-wing Labour Party on a ‘rightward’ path in election race?

Al Jazeera  

Labour’s leader Keir Starmer has been accused of purging left-wing members of his party ahead of the general election. The party’s treatment of Shaheen and Abbott prompted seven Labour councillors in Slough to resign on Monday after accusing the movement of “institutional racism”. “Starmer’s leadership have committed some unavoidable errors that they may well regret,” said Colm Murphy, a lecturer …

‘As someone with Palestinian heritage, I couldn’t stay in the Labour Party’
7 months, 1 week ago

‘As someone with Palestinian heritage, I couldn’t stay in the Labour Party’

Al Jazeera  

Disillusioned with the UK opposition’s stance on Gaza, British Palestinian professor Kamel Hawwash plans to run in the general election. Labour’s national election coordinator, Pat McFadden, told the BBC that party officials were working on regaining support from those who withheld their vote, saying the situation in Gaza was a “high foreign policy priority”. Kamel Hawwash: After the events of …

London Mayoral Election: Incumbent Sadiq Khan Faces 'Close' Contest As Results Expected To Reflect Gaza-Related Backlash
7 months, 2 weeks ago

London Mayoral Election: Incumbent Sadiq Khan Faces 'Close' Contest As Results Expected To Reflect Gaza-Related Backlash

ABP News  

The London mayoral election has reached a critical juncture with reports that the race hangs in the balance following a local elections backlash from Muslim voters over the party's stance on Gaza. #VoteLabour 🌹 https://t.co/wwDY7CW2MA pic.twitter.com/wkaF0xI3KG — Sadiq Khan May 2, 2024 London Mayor Election Results Could Signal Gaza-Related Backlash Among Muslim Voters While ballots were cast on Thursday, the …

Labour ‘lost the trust’ of British Muslims over Gaza, says shadow justice secretary
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Labour ‘lost the trust’ of British Muslims over Gaza, says shadow justice secretary

The Telegraph  

Labour “lost the trust” of British Muslim voters over its handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict, the shadow justice secretary has said. Ms Mahmood said Labour’s “emotional tone” had failed to meet the moment, telling The Sunday Times: “It leaves people feeling hurt, misunderstood and delegitimised. “I think the LBC interview and a couple of other things about that period led …

With Labour in his sights, left-winger Galloway wins in U.K. town of Rochdale
9 months, 3 weeks ago

With Labour in his sights, left-winger Galloway wins in U.K. town of Rochdale

The Hindu  

Veteran left-wing political maverick George Galloway won a vote to become the new lawmaker for the English town of Rochdale on March 1, vowing to be a thorn in the side for the opposition Labour Party before a national election it is tipped to win. After running a pro-Palestinian campaign, Mr. Galloway won over many of Rochdale's Muslim community by …

George Galloway who campaigned against Gaza war wins UK by-election
9 months, 3 weeks ago

George Galloway who campaigned against Gaza war wins UK by-election

Al Jazeera  

A left-wing United Kingdom politician has registered a landslide win in a parliamentary by-election on a platform promising to advocate for Gaza. George Galloway won the seat in the northern English town of Rochdale after a fractious campaign, which saw the Labour Party withdraw support from its candidate over his anti-Israel comments. “Keir Starmer, this is for Gaza,” Galloway said …

UK Parliament is in turmoil after a debate over a Gaza cease-fire raised fears for lawmakers’ safety
10 months ago

UK Parliament is in turmoil after a debate over a Gaza cease-fire raised fears for lawmakers’ safety

Associated Press  

LONDON — The chaotic debate over a cease-fire in Gaza reverberated through Britain’s Parliament on Thursday as the speaker of the House of Commons faced calls to resign, and lawmakers said they feared for their safety amid pressure from all sides of the issue. That is spilling over into Parliament, where the Gaza issue has been “weaponized” and some lawmakers …

Why has UK’s Labour Party suspended two election candidates over Gaza war?
10 months, 1 week ago

Why has UK’s Labour Party suspended two election candidates over Gaza war?

Al Jazeera  

The party has become embroiled in yet another row over anti-Semitism amid Israel’s war on Gaza. The British Labour Party, currently the odds-on favourite to win the next UK general election, found itself on the back foot this week when two of its parliamentary candidates were suspended by Keir Starmer, the party’s leader. But, he added, “at times, it has …

In a London borough home to many Muslims, Labour loses appeal over Gaza
10 months, 1 week ago

In a London borough home to many Muslims, Labour loses appeal over Gaza

Al Jazeera  

Opposition leader Keir Starmer, who has refused to vociferously call for a ceasefire, disappoints those who have traditionally voted for his party. “The Muslim community by and large nationally tends to stick with Labour and that’s also the case locally in Newham,” said Tahir Talati, an imam and volunteer with the Newham Muslim Forum. “It feels like we don’t matter, …

Labour withdraws support for Rochdale by-election candidate Azhar Ali after antisemitism row
10 months, 1 week ago

Labour withdraws support for Rochdale by-election candidate Azhar Ali after antisemitism row

The Independent  

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Revealed: Leaked audio of Labour Rochdale candidate Azhar Ali’s anti-Israel comments
10 months, 1 week ago

Revealed: Leaked audio of Labour Rochdale candidate Azhar Ali’s anti-Israel comments

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Labour’s former Rochdale by-election candidate Azhar Ali said Benjamin Netenyahu allowed …

Labour withdraws support for Rochdale candidate after Israel claims
10 months, 1 week ago

Labour withdraws support for Rochdale candidate after Israel claims

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. A party spokesperson said: “Following new information about further comments made by Azhar Ali …

UK Labour’s failure to call for a Gaza ceasefire is not surprising
1 year, 1 month ago

UK Labour’s failure to call for a Gaza ceasefire is not surprising

Al Jazeera  

Much of the British political establishment’s stance on Palestine, including that of the Labour Party, is and has always been morally corrupt. Today, Britain’s political establishment – both Conservative and Labour – is working to ensure the continuation of this oppression by supporting and providing impunity for Israeli regime’s war crimes in Gaza. The establishment’s unconditional support for the Israeli …

Labour’s refusal to call for Gaza ceasefire derails UK opposition party
1 year, 1 month ago

Labour’s refusal to call for Gaza ceasefire derails UK opposition party

Al Jazeera  

On Tuesday night, a Labour frontbencher quit the party over Starmer’s position – the latest in a string of resignations. Late on Tuesday, shadow minister Imran Hussain quit Labour’s front bench in protest at Starmer’s refusal to heed calls from many in his party to push for an Israeli ceasefire. “It was the LBC interview that sparked it all,” said …

Labour frontbencher John Healey accepts Starmer’s approach to Israel-Hamas war has ‘caused hurt’
1 year, 1 month ago

Labour frontbencher John Healey accepts Starmer’s approach to Israel-Hamas war has ‘caused hurt’

The Independent  

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Israel has right to defend itself, Labour frontbencher tells dissenting MPs
1 year, 1 month ago

Israel has right to defend itself, Labour frontbencher tells dissenting MPs

The Independent  

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Reeves rejects suggestions Hamas attack caused by Israel’s ‘occupation’ of Gaza
1 year, 2 months ago

Reeves rejects suggestions Hamas attack caused by Israel’s ‘occupation’ of Gaza

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UK Labour leader says anti-Semitism brings shame on party
4 years, 1 month ago

UK Labour leader says anti-Semitism brings shame on party

Associated Press  

LONDON — Officials in Britain’s opposition Labour Party failed to stamp out anti-Semitism and committed “unlawful acts of harassment and discrimination,” the U.K. equalities watchdog said Thursday in a scathing report. Labour leader Keir Starmer promised “a culture change in the Labour Party,” saying there would be “no more denials or excuses.” “It is a day of shame for the …

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