Anti-Semitic chants at London Pride events reported
Reports of anti-Semitic chants at Pride events in London over the weekend have emerged, prompting concern.
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Reports have emerged of anti-Semitic chants at Pride events in London over the weekend, prompting concern from community groups and politicians. Witnesses and organisers said that some attendees were subjected to verbal abuse, including being called 'baby killers' and other anti-Semitic slurs. The incidents took place during multiple Pride-related gatherings across the capital, though the exact locations and times have not been fully detailed.
The Metropolitan Police said they are aware of the reports and are investigating. In a statement, the force noted that officers across London have made more than 90 hate crime arrests since the end of March, though it is unclear how many of those relate specifically to the Pride events. The Met added that they continue to work hard to tackle hate crimes of all types.
The news has reignited a wider debate about anti-Semitism in the UK. Some Jewish community members have expressed fear, with one individual quoted as saying they remove the Star of David when travelling into London for work. Another said they would not let their children wear the symbol in public. The incidents also drew political reactions, with some commentators linking the chants to broader anti-Israel sentiment and to the presence of groups waving flags of the Islamic Republic of Iran at previous rallies.
Pride organisers have condemned the chants and said they are committed to making events inclusive and safe for all. The full extent of the incidents and any arrests made during the weekend remains under investigation.
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| Claim | GB News |
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| Anti-Semitic chants, including calling attendees 'baby killers', occurred at Pride events in London. | |
| The Metropolitan Police have made more than 90 hate crime arrests since the start of the conflict. |
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The host used the anti-Semitic chants as a springboard to criticise Pride Month itself, calling it 'absolutely ridiculous' and questioning its priority over Remembrance Day. The discussion quickly shifted to a political attack on the Labour Party, accusing its leadership of being complicit in anti-Semitism by marching alongside groups that support the Iranian regime. The tone was dismissive of Pride events and focused on broader cultural and political grievances rather than the specific incidents.
- “I think it's absolutely ridiculous that we have Pride Month in this country anyway.”
- “Some of my best friends are Jewish and they honestly will not let their children wear the Star of David when they go out.”
- “Your party is somewhat complicit in this.”
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