UK bans Israelis from Royal College of Defence Studies due to Gaza genocide
(MENAFN) The United Kingdom has announced that it will no longer admit Israeli officers to the Royal College of Defence Studies, one of its most prestigious defense academies, citing Israel’s actions in Gaza, according to reports.
The Ministry of Defense confirmed that starting next year, Israeli nationals will be excluded from the college, which has been training senior military and civilian leaders from around the world since 1927. This marks the first time Israelis have been barred from the institution, which was established under Winston Churchill’s vision of promoting international understanding among military and civilian officials.
A spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense described Israel’s genocide in Gaza as "wrong," explaining that the government had decided to deny access to the college as a consequence.
The decision has faced strong criticism in Israel. Amir Baram, director general of Israel’s Defense Ministry and a graduate of the college, called it "a profoundly dishonorable act of disloyalty to an ally at war." In a letter to the Ministry of Defense, Baram further described the move as "a discriminatory act" and "a disgraceful break with Britain's proud tradition of tolerance and plain decency," according to reports.
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