By Philip Phi
Posted Sep 11, 2026 at 1:16 PM
On September 10, 2026, activists from Jewish community groups, including Campaign Against Antisemitism and Stop the Hate UK, gathered for a rally outside 10 Downing Street in London. The demonstration, titled “Sanction Terror, Not Judea and Samaria,” was organized by Stop the Hate UK to protest the British government’s announcement of sanctions targeting Israeli settlements. Protesters displayed banners reading “Sanction terror, not Judea and Samaria” and “Israel is an ally, not an enemy,” voicing their criticism of the government’s recent policy measures.
Stop the Hate UK founder and CEO Itai Galmudy addressed the crowd, highlighting what he described as the double standards in the British government’s approach to Israel. Galmudy questioned why Britain employs sweeping economic sanctions against Israel while maintaining bilateral trade agreements with other conflict-ridden regions, such as Yemen and southern Lebanon, where targeted responses are more common. He emphasized the frustration felt by many, noting that Israel is held to a unique standard not applied to other nations, potentially straining relationships with key democratic allies.
Mark Birbeck, founder of the grassroots campaign Our Fight, spoke about the increasing prevalence of anti-Israel sentiment. He warned that leaders often seek a moral framework to fill a void, and currently, anti-Israel ideology is being propagated within British politics. Birbeck expressed concern that this ideology has permeated Number 10 and parliament, suggesting that technocrats are now promoting the dangerous notion that Israel is the root of global issues. He urged the audience to consider the implications of such beliefs, emphasizing the importance of accountability and justice in political discourse.
The rally underscored the complex interplay of politics, religion, and international relations, reflecting a broader conversation about fairness and the treatment of nations on the global stage. As participants called for action to “extinguish antisemitism,” the event highlighted the need for dialogue and understanding in addressing these critical issues.
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