Summary
Gary Lineker removed an Instagram post after criticisms that it contained antisemitic imagery related to Zionism. Both the charity Campaign Against Antisemitism and the Board of Deputies of British Jews have expressed their dissatisfaction with Lineker's actions and called for the BBC to take action.
Key Facts
- Gary Lineker shared an Instagram story post with controversial imagery related to Zionism.
- The post featured an image that included a rat, a symbol offensive to Jewish people due to its historical use as an antisemitic insult.
- Lineker deleted the post once he learned about its offensive nature.
- Campaign Against Antisemitism has filed a complaint to the BBC about Lineker's post.
- The BBC has referred to its guidance on personal use of social media regarding the issue.
- Zionism is a movement for creating a Jewish state in the Middle East, corresponding to the historical land of Israel.
- Some Jewish groups have called for Lineker to leave his position at the BBC over the post.
- These events occur within the broader context of ongoing tensions and opinions on the Israel-Gaza conflict.
