French lawmakers are due to vote on new laws defining antisemitism, proposed in the wake of a surge in anti-Jewish incidents but which critics say could be used to censor criticism of Israel and chill protest movements. Critics - including some rights groups, academics and left-wing politicians - say that they will censor legitimate activism for Palestinian rights and contribute to conflating Jews with the state of Israel.
French MPs to debate antisemitism law that critics say will stifle criticism
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French MPs to debate antisemitism law that critics say will stifle criticism