Gary Lineker resigns from BBC after accusation of anti-Semitism!

Gary Lineker resigns from BBC after accusation of anti-Semitism!

Gaza, Palästina - Gary Lineker, the former English football star and long-time moderator of the BBC, has decided to end his career as a TV presenter at the BBC after this season. The announcement was made via Instagram and followed a controversial social media contribution that had anti-Semitic connotations. Lineker apologized for this incident and described him as "real mistakes and oversight" while admitting to have to act more carefully in the future. The contribution in question contained a rat emoji and came from the "Palestine Lobby" account, which triggered additional controversy, since rats were historically used as an anti-Semitic symbol under National Socialism. The contribution was immediately deleted by Lineker's side.

In his apology, Lineker emphasized that he was loathe anti -Semitism and was not a place for it. This is particularly relevant in a climate in which anti -Semitic content is increasingly spreading on the Internet. Anti-Semitic conspiracy myths, which often use the Middle East conflict as a projection surface, not only spread in niches, but are also present in the mainstream. A 2017 survey showed that 70% of respondents in Germany often perceive anti -Semitism on the Internet. This underlines the challenge that consists of political and civil society institutions to combat anti -Semitic content.

controversy and consequences

The reactions to Lineker's contribution were immediately and violent. The Campaign Against Anti -Semitism organization announced that it would submit a complaint to the BBC because it rated the post as anti -Semitic. A spokesman for the Board of Deputies of British Jews expressed that the BBC Lineker should ask to give up his position. Lineker's agent informed that the contribution was deleted after the symbolism of the image was recognized, which also referred to the anti-Semitic prejudices from Nazi Germany.

a farewell with ambivalence

On Sunday Lineker will last for the last time the popular football show "Match of the Day" will moderate, whereby he originally planned to accompany the upcoming FA Cup and football world championship broadcasts. The public discussion about his future of personnel at the BBC shows how much the boundaries between personal expression of expression and professional responsibility are blurred.

at a time when the Internet and social media contribute to the spread of anti -Semitism and can often circulate anti -Semitic narratives unhindered, the responsibility of well -known personalities and media representatives is becoming increasingly crucial. The Lineker case illustrates the challenges that society faces when it comes to leading a respectful and informed discussion on sensitive topics.