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News · 27 January 2026

Holocaust Survivor's Speech Moves Ministers at Number 10

Holocaust Survivor's Speech Moves Ministers at Number 10

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Holocaust survivor Mala Tribich, 95, addressed the Cabinet at Number 10 on Holocaust Memorial Day, sharing her experiences and urging the government to combat rising antisemitism. Her powerful five-minute speech visibly moved ministers, leading to tears and a standing ovation. This marked the first time a Holocaust survivor addressed the Cabinet. Tribich expressed her shock at the current levels of antisemitism following terror attacks in Manchester and Sydney. The Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, acknowledged the importance of acting against denial and distortion.

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