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Health Secretary's Terrorism Link Sparks Outrage Amid Protests

12/18/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Health Secretary Wes Streeting faced backlash after linking the chant "globalise the intifada" to terrorism.
The remark followed a deadly antisemitic attack in Sydney that killed 15 during a Hanukkah celebration.
Activists, including Ben Jamal of the Palestine Solidarity Campaign, condemned the remarks as suppressing Palestinian rights.
Police said they would arrest protesters using the phrase, citing a stricter approach to antisemitism.

History

Historical Context

The Crown Heights riots erupted on August 19, 1991, following the tragic death of seven-year-old Gavin Cato, struck by a car in a Jewish motorcade. The incident ignited four days of violence, resulting in the death of Yankel Rosenbaum and over 190 injuries. These events underscored longstanding racial tensions in New York City, echoing contemporary discussions on civil rights and community relations.

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Story summary

Health Secretary Wes Streeting faced backlash after linking the chant "globalise the intifada" to terrorism.
The remark followed a deadly antisemitic attack in Sydney that killed 15 during a Hanukkah celebration.
Activists, including Ben Jamal of the Palestine Solidarity Campaign, condemned the remarks as suppressing Palestinian rights.
Police said they would arrest protesters using the phrase, citing a stricter approach to antisemitism.

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