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Owen Jones Defends Controversial Chant, Sparks Anti-Semitism Debate

7/8/2025

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Owen Jones sparked controversy at Glastonbury by defending the chant "Death to the IDF," insisting it was aimed at a military force rather than people. On Piers Morgan's show, he was challenged with evidence that contradicted his stance. Critics warn that such rhetoric not only stokes anti-Semitism but also reveals a troubling societal bias against Israel.

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Owen Jones sparked controversy at Glastonbury by defending the chant "Death to the IDF," insisting it was aimed at a military force rather than people. On Piers Morgan's show, he was challenged with evidence that contradicted his stance. Critics warn that such rhetoric not only stokes anti-Semitism but also reveals a troubling societal bias against Israel.