A recent YouGov poll reveals that 55% of the British public oppose Israel's military campaign in Gaza, with only 15% expressing support. Among those opposing the actions, 82% believe that Israel's conduct amounts to genocide, equating to 45% of all UK adults holding this view. This perspective has gained traction despite efforts to challenge it, reflecting a growing acknowledgment of the severity of the situation in Gaza. The poll's findings have sparked debate within the UK, with some public figures criticizing the focus on protests and cultural events condemning Israel rather than the reported war crimes in Gaza. Activists and commentators have highlighted the disparity between the outrage directed at anti-Israel expressions in the UK and the perceived lack of response to the documented actions of the Israeli Defense Forces. The discourse includes critiques of political figures and media coverage, emphasizing the ongoing tension surrounding public opinion and the conflict in Gaza.
OPINIÓN | “Los gritos de ‘Muerte al Ejército de Israel’ que cantaron decenas de miles de personas al unísono han sacudido e indignado todavía más al ‘establishment británico’”, por Miquel Ramos (@Miquel_R) https://t.co/8ubEvILH1i
"The real crimes are taking place in Gaza, not at Glastonbury or Brize Norton" ✍️Opinion by Jonathan Cook https://t.co/VvgCSmRxwo
Comedian and activist Tadhg Hickey says terror groups don’t have conscription and claims they treat women with “a lot more respect” than Israel’s military. #Israel https://t.co/ympvcobBbE