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Israel bars British MPs over Palestine advocacy
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Israel has barred entry to a group of British Members of Parliament who have spoken publicly in support of Palestine, according to Al Jazeera English. The decision came as the lawmakers face restrictions on travel to the country based on their advocacy statements.
The ban represents a hardening stance by Israeli authorities against international political figures who voice criticism of Israeli policies toward Palestinians. British MPs who have campaigned for Palestinian rights now find themselves unable to enter Israeli territory. The move signals how far the government is prepared to go in controlling access to the country by those who challenge its treatment of Palestinians.
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