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Activists Occupy British Museum Over Tulchinsky's Links to Israeli Settlements
On September 14, 2026, activists occupied the British Museum in London to protest the museum's director, Yossi Tulchinsky, for his alleged ties to Israeli settlements. The occupation lasted several hours before authorities intervened. The protest drew attention to the ethical implications of cultural institutions engaging with controversial political figures.
Activists occupied the British Museum in London, UK, on September 14, 2026, demanding that the institution sever its ties with Yossi Tulchinsky, the museum's director. Tulchinsky has been accused of supporting Israeli settlements in the West Bank, a stance that has drawn international criticism. The occupation ended after several hours when police arrived and dispersed the protesters.
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IndependentMiddle East EyeSep 14, 04:11 PM
Activists occupy British Museum over Tulchinsky’s links to Israeli settlements - middleeasteye.netActivists occupy British Museum over Tulchinsky’s links to Israeli settlements middleeasteye.net
IndependentMiddle East EyeSep 14, 04:11 PM
Activists occupy British Museum over Tulchinsky’s links to Israeli settlements - Middle East EyeActivists occupy British Museum over Tulchinsky’s links to Israeli settlements Middle East Eye