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United by Rallying for Peace, Confronting Antisemitism, and Safeguarding Schools in Troubled Times

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In a powerful display of solidarity, former Home Secretary Suella Braverman, along with thousands of supporters, gathered at Trafalgar Square, London, for a "We Stand With Israel" rally. The event, which aimed to raise awareness and demand the release of hostages held by Hamas following the October 7 terror attack, drew attention to the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. The rally featured participants holding posters displaying the faces of hostages and signs reading "100 days in hell." The crowd passionately chanted "Bring Them Home Now," expressing their support for those affected by the conflict. Israeli Ambassador to the UK Tzipi Hotovely and Suella Braverman both emphasized the urgency of releasing the estimated 130 remaining hostages. Former Home Secretary Braverman remarked, "It has been 100 days since innocent people have been taken hostage by Hamas terrorists, and we need to bring them home now." The event took a strong stance against t

Rising Concerns: Offensive texts, Graffiti and Palestinian Flags Spark Alarm in UK Communities

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Image of one of many bus stands sprayed with a Palestinian flag Ilford resident Dal Kaur has raised concerns about the increasing occurrence of Palestinian flags and offensive graffiti on lamp posts and public property in the community. Kaur, who resides along The Drive, an area known for its significant Jewish population, is urging the local council and police to take a more proactive approach in addressing this growing social issue. In a letter addressed to her MP and shared with community leaders, including Chairman of United by Faith, Wilson Chowdhry, Kaur highlighted the alarming situation on The Drive. She reported a surge in the display of Palestinian flags on street poles, spanning from Eastern Avenue to Cranbrook Road and from Cranbrook Road to Gants Hill Roundabout. Palestinian flags adorn several street columns. Kaur expressed her distress at the persistence of this behavior, despite her initial report to the authorities. "It is troubling to see an increase of Pales