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Jewish/Israeli symbols should be kept to a minimum
Recent events in Birmingham, UK, have raised concerns for Jewish and Israeli travelers. In January 2026, West Midlands Police banned Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from attending a match against Aston Villa, a decision that Jewish groups warned could be perceived as antisemitic. Additionally, in December 2025, the police faced criticism for not committing t...
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The West Midlands police chief faces scrutiny for banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from a match, allegedly influenced by anti-Israel sentiments.
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thetimes.com
1 day ago
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West Midlands Police faced backlash for consulting mosques linked to anti-Semitic rhetoric before banning Maccabi fans from a match, raising concerns about community safety.
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telegraph.co.uk
3 days ago
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Jewish communities warned West Midlands police that a ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans attending a match against Aston Villa could be perceived as antisemitic.
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theguardian.com
5 days ago
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West Midlands Police faced backlash for banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from a match, with concerns raised about potential antisemitism perceptions.
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news.sky.com
5 days ago
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Birmingham city council expressed concerns that banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from a match could be perceived as anti-Jewish sentiment.
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telegraph.co.uk
6 days ago
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West Midlands Police faced criticism for not committing to arresting protesters using the phrase 'globalise the intifada', seen as inciting violence against Jews.
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dailymail.co.uk
Dec 20, 2025
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