UK journalist Sami Hamdi detained in US amid pro-Israel lobby pressure
Summary
Sami Hamdi, a British journalist and critic of U.S. and Israeli policies, has been detained by United States authorities at San Francisco airport. The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) condemned his detention, linking it to his recent public criticisms of Israel. Hamdi remains in U.S. custody amid calls for explanations from U.S. and UK officials.Key Facts
- Sami Hamdi is a British political commentator and journalist.
- He was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at San Francisco airport.
- The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) criticized the detention, citing his critiques of Israel's actions in Gaza.
- Hamdi had spoken at a CAIR event in Sacramento and was planning to attend another in Florida.
- CAIR accused a pro-Israel campaign of prompting the detention.
- U.S. officials claimed Hamdi posed a national security threat, leading to his visa revocation.
- There have been additional reports of U.S. authorities blocking entry for pro-Palestine voices.
- Calls have been made for the UK Foreign Office to seek clarity from U.S. officials on the detention's grounds.
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