Kevin McCarthy announced a Nakba Day gathering had been stopped following criticism from antisemitism watchdogs.
has canceled a planned event concerning the anniversary of the creation of Israel at the U.S. Capitol, which would have featured Democratic representative Rashida Tlaib.
The event and its cancellation speak to a wider debate about America's support for Israel. While pro-Israel advocates say it is a rare ally in the Middle East, others sayshould not be overlooked for the sake of international diplomacy.
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