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Zarah Sultana Leaves Labour to Co-Found New Party

7/4/2025

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Sultana Leaves Labour

Zarah Sultana has stepped away from the Labour Party after 14 years, revealing her intention to co-found a new political party alongside Jeremy Corbyn. She condemned the Labour government's approach to Gaza and the ban on Palestine Action, arguing it stifles vital dissent. This bold shift could reshape the UK's political scene as elections loom.

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Parliament Labels Palestine

In a controversial move, the UK Parliament overwhelmingly voted 385-26 to label Palestine Action a terrorist organization, igniting fears for free speech and the right to protest. Critics like Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana warn this decision equates peaceful dissent with terrorism. Palestine Action vows to fight back legally, claiming a breach of human rights.

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Sultana Leaves Labour

Zarah Sultana has stepped away from the Labour Party after 14 years, revealing her intention to co-found a new political party alongside Jeremy Corbyn. She condemned the Labour government's approach to Gaza and the ban on Palestine Action, arguing it stifles vital dissent. This bold shift could reshape the UK's political scene as elections loom.

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