Boris Johnson joins London’s anti-Semitism march
OAN’s Sophia Flores
3:27 PM – Sunday, November 26 2023
Thousands of people gathered in the streets of London to partake in a march against anti-Semitism. Many famous faces, including former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson participated and showed their support.
On Sunday, more than 100,000 people turned out to the largest protest against anti-Semitism in London since 1936.
Johnson was joined by senior government officials to express solidarity with the Jewish community.
“It’s very sad that this march has to take place at all. What we’re all doing here is showing solidarity with Jewish people, and that is necessary,” he said.
“Since October 7th, there has been a very peculiar response from many parts of the world including, I’m sad to say, in London. What we’ve seen is the re-emergence of anti-Semitism and the failure to focus on the appalling terroristic events of Hamas,” Johnson continued. “Whatever the rights and wrongs of what Israel has done, or is doing, I think that the antisemitism we have seen in some of the marches around Europe has really confirmed for me the absolutely human necessity for Israel to exist.”
One individual was arrested during the rally. A man, who was making anti-Semitic comments, was arrested on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence.
Since October 7th, anti-Semitic crime has surged in the U.K. by over 1,000%. According to data the Campaign Against Antisemitism released, 69% of British Jews now feel that they need to consider hiding their identity in public, 60% of British Jews have either personally witnessed an anti-Semitic incident or have friends who have, and a staggering and chilling 90% say that they avoid the center of town when the anti-Israel demonstrations are going on.
The march came one day after a pro-Palestinian rally. Tens of thousands of people showed up, calling for a permanent cease-fire in Gaza. 18 people were arrested during the protest and at least five of those individuals were detained on suspicion of inciting racial hatred.
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Why is it important for leaders and influential figures to support and speak out against anti-Semitism
Thousands March Against Anti-Semitism in London, Boris Johnson Joins the Protest
On Sunday, November 26, 2023, more than 100,000 people gathered in the streets of London to participate in the largest protest against anti-Semitism since 1936. The march, known as the “March Against Anti-Semitism,” was attended by many famous faces, including former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who showed their support for the cause.
Johnson was joined by senior government officials in expressing solidarity with the Jewish community. In a statement, he said, “It’s very sad that this march has to take place at all. What we’re all doing here is showing solidarity with Jewish people, and that is necessary.” He went on to address the re-emergence of anti-Semitism and the failure to focus on the appalling terroristic events of Hamas. “Whatever the rights and wrongs of what Israel has done, or is doing, I think that the anti-Semitism we have seen in some of the marches around Europe has really confirmed for me the absolutely human necessity for Israel to exist.”
During the rally, one individual was arrested on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence for making anti-Semitic comments. This incident highlights the seriousness of the issue and the need for continued action against anti-Semitism.
The surge in anti-Semitic crime in the U.K. is alarming. Since October 7th, incidents have increased by over 1,000%. According to data released by the Campaign Against Antisemitism, 69% of British Jews now feel the need to consider hiding their identity in public, 60% have either personally witnessed an anti-Semitic incident or have friends who have, and a chilling 90% say they avoid the center of town when anti-Israel demonstrations are taking place.
The March Against Anti-Semitism came one day after a pro-Palestinian rally in which tens of thousands of people called for a permanent cease-fire in Gaza. Sadly, 18 individuals were arrested during the protest, and at least five of them were detained on suspicion of inciting racial hatred.
The events in London highlight the ongoing struggle against anti-Semitism and the need for society to come together in combating this form of discrimination. It is crucial that leaders and influential figures continue to show support and speak out against anti-Semitism to ensure the safety and well-being of the Jewish community.
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