Eid celebrations of Downing Street, the British prime minister’s office, have been threatened with a boycott over the government’s support of Israel, committing genocide of Palestinians in Gaza. Conservative politicians as well as business and charity leaders have threatened to snub the annual event hosted by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Monday. Sources in Downing Street privately expressed concern at the number of people who may refuse to turn up to the reception. According to the BBC, some of the invitees are refusing to go to protest Israel’s military action in Gaza. Businessman and charity fundraiser Asif Ansari said: ‘As a Muslim, I think it’s very important for the Muslim community to have good relations with the British government. However, I feel very, very strongly this year with the position that the British government is taking. ‘They are supporting Israel who stand accused of genocide, they stand accused of war crimes, the deprivation of water and food to women and children has left many starving and lastly, the killing of three British aid workers – after which Lord Cameron has said the UK would continue to supply arms to Israel – was an absolute red line.’—Agencies
