Israel’s deputy FM calls UK Green Party leader an ‘extremist’ over anti‑police remarks
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 11:28 UTC
- Sources: Times of Israel
Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel described Green Party leader Zack Polanski as an extremist who legitimises violence against Jews. The comment followed Polanski’s criticism of London police after the arrest of a terror‑attack suspect. Haskel’s statement adds to ongoing diplomatic sensitivities surrounding antisemitism allegations in European politics.
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