London NYE Show Sparks Israeli Flag Controversy
Update: 2026-01-01
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Londons New Years Eve fireworks show sparked controversy when the Israeli flag was displayed as a white banner with two blue stripes, missing its Star of David. The mayors office attributed this to technical issues, but critics saw it as an erasure of Jewish identity, fueling antisemitism concerns. Despite the controversy, the show dazzled with fireworks, music, and nods to UK triumphs, leaving viewers to ponder the role of symbols in public events.
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