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The UK Home Office has cancelled electronic travel authorisations for Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker, blocking their planned appearances at SXSW London and the Oxford Union. Officials have said their presence "may not be conducive to the public good." Both men say the bans follow their criticism of Israel; critics say the move raises free‑speech concerns.
Protests have erupted around Oxford and Glasgow as controversial figures linked to far-right causes have sparked demonstrations. Police have secured venues and warned of disruption as public figures defend free speech while opponents condemn the lineup.