Corbyn 'capitulated' on antisemitism definition, Zarah Sultana says
Summary
Zarah Sultana, a former Labour MP, claimed Jeremy Corbyn, while leading the Labour party, gave in to adopting a definition of antisemitism that ties it with anti-Zionism. This definition, set by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA), led to disputes during Corbyn's leadership. Sultana and Corbyn have recently started a new political party to challenge current government policies.Key Facts
- Zarah Sultana criticized Jeremy Corbyn for accepting the IHRA's definition of antisemitism.
- The IHRA definition equates antisemitism with anti-Zionism, sparking debate within the Labour party.
- Kenneth Stern, involved in crafting the IHRA definition, later criticized its use as a limit on free speech.
- Labour's National Executive Committee adopted the IHRA definition in 2018 after much discussion.
- Some Jewish groups and figures support the IHRA definition, saying it provides a clear standard for identifying antisemitism.
- Sultana and Corbyn recently launched a new political party, opposing certain government policies.
- Critics label Sultana's stance as extremist, while Jewish leaders view the definition as essential for combating antisemitism.
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