"Conservative Party in Turmoil: Controversies Surrounding Islamophobia Claims and Sackings"

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"Conservative Party in Turmoil: Controversies Surrounding Islamophobia Claims and Sackings"
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Conservative MP Lee Anderson refuses to apologize for suggesting Sadiq Khan is controlled by Islamists, leading to his suspension from the party. Rishi Sunak called the remarks wrong but avoided labeling them as Islamophobic, while Keir Starmer criticized the PM for not calling out Islamophobia. The row was sparked by Anderson's comments during a GB News discussion, and the Conservative Party is facing pressure to adopt a definition of Islamophobia. Additionally, concerns were raised about comments regarding "no-go areas" made by another Conservative MP.

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