British envoy praises Israeli protestors
British envoy praises Israeli protesters' peaceful conduct, says London rioters 'want to 'steal DVDs'
The events of the past few days show Britain at its worst, and its best, Gould said. The envoy said he was "saddened and ashamed" by the violence, but also proud of Brits who have voiced support for the police and the rule of law, and who have volunteered to clean up the mess left by the rioters. While what has happened is terrible, "I have no doubt that things will return to normal soon," he said.
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Comparing the protests taking place in Israel and those in the UK, Gould said that while the social movement in the Jewish state is reasonable and peaceful, the opposite is true in London. According to Gould, those who have come out on the streets of the British capital aren't politically motivated.
Police in London Thursday morning (Photo: MCT)
"They don't want change," the ambassador charged. "They want to steal DVDs."
While avoiding his personal opinions on the issues at hand, Gould said that he has much admiration for the protesters on Tel Aviv's Rothschild Boulevard, whom he praised for having chosen to express their opinions in a legitimate manner.
Gould noted that the toughest days of violence in Britain are coming to an end, and assured tourists planning to travel to London for the Olympics that there is no reason to worry.
"It will be safe," he said, "there is no need to cancel travel plans."
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