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Scotland Yard Faces Backlash Over 'Two-Tier' Justice System

6/26/2025

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Scotland Yard is under fire for perceived “two-tier” justice after police overlooked pro-Palestinian protester Maria Gallastegui, who donned a Holocaust-themed outfit. Jewish leaders expressed outrage at the inaction, fearing for peace as others waved Israeli flags. This starkly contrasts with the swift prosecution of Hamit Coskun for burning a Koran, raising serious questions about fairness.

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Scotland Yard is under fire for perceived “two-tier” justice after police overlooked pro-Palestinian protester Maria Gallastegui, who donned a Holocaust-themed outfit. Jewish leaders expressed outrage at the inaction, fearing for peace as others waved Israeli flags. This starkly contrasts with the swift prosecution of Hamit Coskun for burning a Koran, raising serious questions about fairness.