Israeli city with 19% Arab population has no Arabic library books
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Univ. of Southampton cancels conference after government, Israel lobby pressure
Note: This post has been updated with a statement from the university and other new information since it was first published. This is a developing story. See the last update here.
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Statement in support of the University of Southampton
Pressure is being exerted on the University of Southampton to cancel or ‘reconstruct’ a conference on Israel and international law scheduled for 17-19 April. Groups such as the Board of Deputies of British Jews and UK Zionist Federation have urged the university to cancel the event, and there has also been an intervention from Communities minister and Conservative MP Eric Pickles.
To add your name to those listed below, please email freespeechsouthampton[at]gmail.com
The statement and signatory list will appear here (and will be updated with names accordingly).
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