Topic: Labour

The Israel-Gaza war cannot make us lose our humanity

As the war in the Middle East continues, everyone must support Jewish and Muslim leaders working to maintain dialogue in the UK

Sunder Katwala
Hyphenated: Episode 26

Our panel discuss the uproar over chants of jihad at a recent pro-Palestine protest in London. Plus, why are ‘trad wives’ attacking Muslim women on social media?

Reya El-Salahi
UK Muslim leaders call for restraint by Israel and condemn Hamas attacks

Prominent clerics have released a statement about the worsening crisis in Israel and Palestine, highlighting rising antisemitism and Islamophobia in Britain

Hyphen staff

Hyphenated: Episode 25

This week our panel discuss the UK’s response to the latest Middle East conflict and calls to boycott Labour over Keir Starmer’s support for Israel. Plus British-Iraqi standup Hasan Al-Habib on his new comedy talent award win.
Hyphenated: Episode 24

We’re at the Labour party conference this week, discussing Keir Starmer’s leadership, escalating violence in the Middle East, and David Beckham’s Netflix documentary. Plus, Professor Sunny Singh on her new book A Bollywood State of Mind.
Can Labour fix the UK’s asylum system?

The challenge for Keir Starmer is to combine control and compassion in efforts to tackle dangerous boat crossings
Hyphenated: Episode 13

We discuss Keir Starmer’s recent drive to improve children’s public speaking skills and debate whether climate activists are helping or hindering their cause. Plus, should you Thread?
Afzal Khan Q&A: ‘The Conservative government is trying to brush Islamophobia under the carpet’

The Labour MP for Manchester Gorton on his career in public service, defining Islamophobia and how to get UK Muslims involved in politics
Hyphenated: Episode 2

Hyphen journalists and guests discuss Diane Abbott's suspension —plus architect Shahed Saleem on Islamic architecture in the UK