'Globalise the intifada' chant is racist, says Starmer
Summary
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has said that the chant "globalise the intifada" is extreme racism and called for police to prosecute people who say it during protests. He spoke after two Jewish men were stabbed in London and urged the government to take stronger action against antisemitism and better protect the Jewish community.Key Facts
- The chant "globalise the intifada" refers to spreading an uprising and is seen by Starmer as a call for terrorism against Jews.
- Two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green, north London, in an attack police called a terror incident.
- Starmer said Jews feel scared and intimidated by such chants and protests.
- The government is reviewing public order and hate crime laws after previous attacks on Jewish people.
- Jonathan Hall KC, the government’s terrorism adviser, called for a pause on pro-Palestinian marches due to rising antisemitism.
- Some political parties want tougher government action on protests, while others worry about restricting civil liberties.
- Starmer criticized people who join protests with extremist messages without speaking out against antisemitism.
- The debate highlights concerns about balancing freedom of speech, public safety, and protecting minority communities.
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