UK police forces have declared that chanting “globalise the intifada” at protests is now an arrestable offense. The Metropolitan Police and Greater Manchester Police announced the policy shift, stating the phrase constitutes incitement to violence.
The Embassy of Israel in the UK has publicly welcomed the decision. In a press statement, Israeli officials labeled the phrase as clear antisemitic incitement, drawing a “direct line” between such chants and acts of terror against Jewish people worldwide. The embassy expressed frustration that British authorities took “such a long time” to recognize the threat, noting the Jewish community should not have had to plead for action “only being done so after more Jews have been killed.”
The term “intifada” refers to past Palestinian uprisings involving violent attacks, including suicide bombings. Israel’s stance is that calling to “globalise” this violence openly encourages attacks on Jewish communities internationally. UK police, by treating it as a form of extremist speech, aim to prevent further radicalization and violence.
The embassy concluded by hoping for “real action” to stop the chant and prevent future violence, framing the police move as a critical step for public safety and the protection of British Jews. The development marks a significant moment in UK policy regarding protest speech linked to international conflicts.
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