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Gary Lineker Criticizes BBC Over Social Media Restrictions Amid Controversy
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First reported by Ynet · 3 days ago
What happened
Gary Lineker criticized the BBC for tightening social media rules after sharing a controversial video comparing Zionism to Nazism. He defended his posts as humanitarian and vowed to continue speaking out despite backlash. Lineker previously left the BBC over similar controversies involving his social media activity.
- 01Gary Lineker accuses BBC of tightening social media rules beyond his contract in 2019.
- 02He shared a video by Tony Greenstein comparing Zionism to Nazism, sparking controversy.
- 03Lineker says his posts are humanitarian, not political, and accepts disagreement.
- 04He left BBC in 2025 after sharing a pro-Palestinian video with antisemitic symbolism.
- 05Lineker was suspended in 2023 for comparing UK immigration rhetoric to Nazi language.
- 06He insists on maintaining his freedom of expression despite backlash.
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