A veteran British lawmaker reportedly accused Prime Minister Tony Blair of “being unduly influenced by a cabal of Jewish advisers” regarding the Middle East. Eric Moonman, the president of Britain’s Zionist Federation, called the remarks by Tam Dalyell, the longest-serving member of the British Parliament, “outrageous and highly inflammatory” and told JTA he is considering bringing racism charges against Dalyell.
Help ensure Jewish news remains accessible to all. Your donation to the Jewish Telegraphic Agency powers the trusted journalism that has connected Jewish communities worldwide for more than 100 years. With your help, JTA can continue to deliver vital news and insights. Donate today.
The Archive of the Jewish Telegraphic Agency includes articles published from 1923 to 2008. Archive stories reflect the journalistic standards and practices of the time they were published.
