Former Arsenal Employee Sues Club, Claims Silencing Over Israel Criticism
Bonnick, 62, worked as a kitman for the north London team for 22 years before his dismissal in December 2024, following social media posts criticizing Israel’s operations in Gaza.
In an interview, he framed the dispute as political rather than discriminatory, asserting that those who speak out against what he calls Israel’s illegal occupation and apartheid system are being silenced.
“I think people have to talk out about evils and wrongs. We talked about South Africa's apartheid. We talk about Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine and Zionist Israel's illegal occupation. It's apartheid. We're silenced. Its cancellation,” Bonnick said, stressing the responsibility to raise awareness of wrongdoing in Gaza.
He confirmed that legal proceedings against Arsenal are ongoing, with mediation scheduled for June. According to Bonnick, the process could potentially extend until 2028.
Bonnick criticized the club’s handling of his case, describing the situation as deeply regrettable, and expressed hope that Arsenal would review its approach to similar situations in the future, including issues related to cyberbullying.
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