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Indian writer Arundhati Roy pulled out of the Berlin International Film Festival after criticizing jury members for stating that art should not be political when asked about the genocide in Gaza, affirming that the events constitute genocide against Palestinians with support from the US and Germany.
Eighty-one artists, including Tilda Swinton and Javier Bardem, condemned the Berlin International Film Festival for silencing opposition to Israel’s ongoing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza and Germany’s role, demanding a clear condemnation and the end of shielding Israel from accountability.
Tunisian director Kaouther Ben Hania refused an award for the film “The Voice of Hind Rajab” at a Berlin festival, denouncing the event’s political cover for Israel’s Gaza genocide and calling for justice and accountability for Palestinian victims.
Indian writer Arundhati Roy withdrew from the Berlin Film Festival after criticizing what she called unconscionable statements by jury members who claimed art should remain apolitical when asked about the genocide in Gaza. Roy stated that Gaza is witnessing genocide against Palestinians, supported by the U.S. and Germany.
The UK High Court ruled that the government’s designation of Palestine Action as a terror group was unlawful. Brought by co-founder Huda Ammori, the case marks a major win for free speech and condemns the misuse of terror laws. Police announced they would temporarily stop arresting supporters of the group.
US authorities have unredacted billionaire Les Wexner’s name in Epstein-linked child trafficking files following pressure from Congress. New documents list him as a co-conspirator with Ghislaine Maxwell. Despite strong financial ties to Epstein, Wexner has not faced criminal charges.
