U.S. political commentators Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker say U.K. denying them entry "for criticizing Israel"

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The UK government blocked American political commentators Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker from entering the country, saying their presence could harm public safety due to past statements about Israel and support for Hamas. The decision, framed as protecting social cohesion and linked to concerns about antisemitism, has sparked backlash from the two figures, who say it's an attack on free speech driven by pro-Israel influence.

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