- Country: Israel
John Cleese reported to UK counter-terrorism program over Islam criticism
A complaint accuses the comedian of “demonising" and “dehumanising" Muslims. Cleese’s response? “I can’t wait to be arrested."
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- Country: United States
Islam, ‘radical’ John Cleese and the tragicomedy of modern Britain
Calling out barbaric practices — as much of these are — is not only legitimate, it’s essential for preserving a civilized society.
- Country: United States
'Can't wait to be arrested': John Cleese formally reported to UK's 'counter-terrorism' regime for criticizing Islam
A nti-woke comedian John Cleese has infuriated leftists and Islamists alike with his public criticism of Islam and mass migration. Now it appears that some of those offended by the "Monty Python" co-founder's commentary want him shut up for good. 'Tell the police to contact my agent.' Muslim…
- Country: United States
'Can't wait to be arrested': John Cleese formally reported to UK's 'counter-terrorism' regime for criticizing Islam
A nti-woke comedian John Cleese has infuriated leftists and Islamists alike with his public criticism of Islam and mass migration. Now it appears that some of those offended by the "Monty Python" co-founder's commentary want him shut up for good. 'Tell the police to contact my agent.' Muslim…
- Country: Israel
John Cleese stands by Islam remarks as activists seek UK radicalization review
Monty Python legend John Cleese is refusing to walk back his posts about Islam after activists filed a complaint urging Britain's Prevent program to scrutinize him, the New York Post reported. Cleese dismissed the episode as comedy material, insisting he is "Islamosceptic" rather than anti-Muslim.…
- Tabloid newspaper
- Country: United States
‘Monty Python’ legend John Cleese doubles down after incidiary posts about Islam spark UK compaint
The Sept. 22 referral does not mean Cleese has been arrested, charged with a crime or formally accused of terrorism.