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UK Revokes Egyptian TV Host's Visa for Alleged Support of Hamas at Pro-Palestine Rally

The United Kingdom has reportedly revoked the visa of Egyptian TV host Moataz Matar for allegedly supporting Hamas and participating in pro-Palestinian protests in London. Matar has been placed on a watch list, preventing his return to the UK. This is the first expulsion by Home Secretary Suella Braverman and Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick since the recent Hamas attack in Israel. The UK government has announced plans to crack down on alleged anti-Semitic behavior, and several other foreign nationals may have their visas revoked. France has also imposed a ban on pro-Palestinian rallies and expelled individuals found to commit anti-Semitic acts.