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Two American political commentators, Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker, say they were denied entry to the United Kingdom over remarks critical of Israel. UK authorities cited public order concerns, deeming statements about Israel's influence over the US government as antisemitic.
Human Rights Watch has urged Japan's government to ensure proposed anti-espionage and foreign agent registration bills comply with human rights standards, warning against vague provisions that could restrict freedoms.
Mahmoud Khalil, targeted for deportation by the Trump administration over his pro-Palestinian activism, will appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court after a federal appeals court rejected a rehearing. Khalil's legal team is also challenging a deportation order in immigration court, citing procedural irregularities.
The US Treasury lifted sanctions against UN special rapporteur Francesca Albanese on May 20, a week after a federal judge ruled the measures violated her free speech rights. The Trump administration imposed the sanctions in July 2024 following her report accusing tech companies of complicity in Israel's Gaza war. Judge Richard Leon found the sanctions targeted her opinions, not binding actions.
Lawyers, politicians, and activists are demanding the release of Sierra Leonean singer and opposition figure Zainab Sheriff, sentenced to over four years in prison for incitement and threatening language. Critics say the case is part of a government crackdown on free speech and political dissent, with Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr calling it a warning to silence dissent.
London's police chief says some pro-Palestinian protests show anti-Semitic signs, sparking debate over whether the UK conflates criticism of Israel with hatred of Jews. The article argues that this confusion risks deepening tensions and undermining democratic rights.
The US Board of Immigration Appeals has reinstated deportation proceedings against Palestinian student Mohsen Mahdawi. Mahdawi, arrested last year for pro-Palestinian protests, says the Trump administration is weaponizing immigration law to silence him. The move follows the dismissal of an immigration judge who had blocked the deportation.
UK PM Keir Starmer has signaled support for tighter restrictions on pro-Palestine protests, saying the slogan 'globalize the Intifada' should be banned and that some marches could be prevented. Pressure has mounted after antisemitic incidents, including the stabbing of two Jewish men in London. Critics accuse the government of suppressing free speech and pro-Palestine activism.
An independent UK watchdog has warned the government risks misusing anti-terror laws by targeting social activist groups, going beyond the original intent of the legislation. The annual report highlights the case of Palestine Action and concerns over property damage definitions.
