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UK bars Swedish author Andreas Malm from Palestine event
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The UK has barred renowned Swedish author Andreas Malm from entering the country ahead of a Palestine-focused event, according to Middle East Eye. Malm's exclusion has drawn criticism as a breach of free speech commitments, with observers characterizing the decision as inconsistent with stated principles of openness.
The ban has intensified scrutiny of promises made by Andy Burnham to distance himself from Keir Starmer's Gaza policies. The move raises questions about the government's approach to speech and activism on Palestinian issues.
