MEP Accused of Tossing Israeli, EU Flags at Parliament Memorial
Summarized from i24NEWS English by baba
MEP François-Xavier Bellamy accused Rima Hassan of knocking over Israeli and EU flags at a European Parliament memorial for October 7 victims. Other lawmakers echoed the condemnation, with some alleging vandalism and antisemitism, though facts are still being established.
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- Rima Hassan accused of knocking over Israeli and EU flags at a memorial.
- MEP François-Xavier Bellamy made the accusation, calling the act disgraceful.
- Other lawmakers, including Pina Picierno and Céline Imart, condemned Hassan.
- Accusations include vandalism, exploiting victims' photos, and promoting antisemitism.
- Witnesses and potential surveillance footage may corroborate the incident.
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