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Professor labelled war criminal and threatened with beheading by pro-Palestinian protesters during lecture at London university

Professor Ben-Gad faces threats and harassment due to his past Israel Defence Forces service but continues teaching with support from City University and hundreds of global academics.

  • A group of pro-Palestine activists disrupted a lecture by Professor Michael Ben-Gad at City St George's University, labeling him a "war criminal" and threatening his life.
  • City St George's University condemned the protesters' actions and affirmed its commitment to freedom of expression and support for Professor Ben-Gad.
  • Hundreds of academics have expressed support for Professor Ben-Gad, condemning the harassment initiatives against him and warning of a concerning trend of intimidation.
  • Professor Ben-Gad, who served in the Israeli army, reported ongoing harassment and a petition calling for his dismissal by City Action for Palestine activists.
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The Jewish Chronicle broke the news in on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
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