EU Lawmaker Rima Hassan Criticized for Removing Israeli Flag at Oct. 7 Memorial
Summarized from Haaretz English by baba
European Parliament Member Rima Hassan admitted to removing an Israeli flag from an October 7 memorial, stating the EU flag also fell. Her office claimed the act was a protest against Israel's actions in Gaza. The incident has drawn condemnation from other European politicians.
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- European Parliament Member Rima Hassan removed an Israeli flag from an October 7 memorial.
- Hassan's office stated the action protested Israel's 'ongoing genocide' in Gaza.
- The EU flag also fell during the incident, according to Hassan.
- European politicians have denounced Hassan for her actions.
- The memorial honored victims of the October 7 Hamas attack.
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