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London Rabbi Denied Vacation Rental Over Israel Support Inquiry

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First reported by Arutz Sheva · Jun 27, 2026

What happened

Rabbi Yoni Birnbaum from London was asked by a French vacation rental owner about his support for Israel before the booking was canceled. The owner demanded Birnbaum confirm opposition to Israeli military actions, or the reservation would be voided. Birnbaum responded by condemning the owner's moral judgment, citing Holocaust history, and requested a refund and cancellation.

01London Rabbi Yoni Birnbaum was questioned about his stance on Israel by a French vacation rental owner.
02The owner demanded Birnbaum confirm opposition to Israeli military actions in Gaza, West Bank, and Lebanon.
03The booking was canceled and deposit to be refunded due to conflicting principles.
04Birnbaum criticized the owner's moral blindness, referencing Dutch Jewish Holocaust history.
05He requested immediate cancellation and refund, refusing to stay at the property.
06The case highlights political tensions impacting personal rental agreements abroad.

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