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New York Times
25-04-2025
- Politics
- New York Times
Dagenham and Redbridge apologise to director dismissed after Israel-Gaza posts
Dagenham and Redbridge have apologised for 'any harm caused' to former director Salma Mashhour after she was dismissed following backlash to her social media posts about the Israel-Gaza conflict. Mashhour, a social media influencer, was removed from her position as director of development and engagement three days after her appointment as part of an ownership venture with Egyptian YouTuber Marwan Serry that aimed to grow the National League club's Arabic fanbase. Advertisement In a now-deleted social media post from October 30 2023, Mashhour wrote: 'Occupation creates resistance, Israel created Hamas and self-defense is not terrorism.' She told The Athletic via email that her posts were 'never an endorsement of any form of violence'. In a statement on Friday, Dagenham said Mashhour's dismissal was 'in no way an acknowledgment' that she 'supports messages of hate and division'. 'Whilst we continue to stand against racism and discrimination in all forms, the club recognises the right of individuals, in their personal capacity, to express political opinions,' the statement read. 'We regret, and apologise for, any harm which may have been caused to Dr. Mashhour as a consequence of statements attributable to, or associated with, the club and the club's decision to remove her. 'The decision to remove Dr. Mashhour in no way is an acknowledgment that Dr. Mashhour supports messages of hate and division and statements attributable to, or associated with, the club that could be taken to imply Dr Salma supports terrorism or engaged in racist or discriminatory behaviour are not accurate and do not reflect the club's position in relation to Dr Salma.' Club Statement: Dr. Salma Mashhour — Dagenham & Redbridge (@Dag_RedFC) April 25, 2025 In a further seven-minute video, first reported by the British website Jewish News and which has been seen by The Athletic, Mashhour described the Israeli state as 'illegal' and questioned whether the October 7 attack on Israel came at 'just the right time to give Israelis a common enemy' following protests internally against the country's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. A petition calling for Mashhour and Serry's removal was set up last week, as was a counter petition, and social media grew abusive in both directions. Advertisement Mashhour was dismissed last Thursday and Serry announced he had withdrawn from the Dagenham ownership on Saturday. The Dagenham statement continued: 'To our supporters: we hear your concerns and are committed to learning from this moment. We are a club that prides itself on inclusivity, accountability, and representing a broad and diverse community. As a sporting organisation, we hold no political or geopolitical position; our focus is on fostering inclusivity through the game we love.' Dagenham are 21st in the National League and return to action against Altrincham on Saturday. ()
CairoScene
25-04-2025
- Politics
- CairoScene
Dagenham Club Apologises After Firing Salma Mashhour Over Gaza Post
The club affirmed her right to political expression and said it regretted any harm caused. Apr 25, 2025 Dagenham & Redbridge Football Club has issued a formal apology after dismissing Salma Mashhour from her role as director of development and engagement just three days after her appointment. The dismissal followed a resurfaced Instagram post from October 2023, in which Mashhour criticized Israel's aggressions in Gaza. In a statement, the club acknowledged public concern and clarified that her removal was not an endorsement of claims linking her to hate or terrorism. The club affirmed her right to political expression and said it regretted any harm caused.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Club apologise for sacking director over Gaza post
Dagenham and Redbridge have apologised for sacking a director three days after her appointment for a post about the Israel-Gaza war. Salma Mashhour was named director of development and engagement on 14 April, alongside Egyptian YouTuber Marwan Serry, who joined the club's ownership group, with the aim of expanding their global reach. But on 17 April, the club released a short statement saying Mashhour had been removed from her position "effective immediately". On the same day in an interview with the Jewish News, the National League side's managing director Steve Thompson had said "we do not tolerate racism, discrimination, or support for terrorism of any kind". In a now-deleted Instagram post from October 2023, Mashhour wrote that she did "not condemn Hamas, I condemn the brutal occupation, apartheid, international law violations and illegal settlements that created this genocide!" In a statement on Friday, the club said: "Over the past week, a great deal of public discussion and concern has arisen regarding the club's recent decision to end its association with Dr Salma Mashhour. "We are aware of the strong reactions this has provoked across our fanbase, within the media, and among wider communities - both in the UK and internationally. "We want to address this directly and clearly. Whilst we continue to stand against racism and discrimination in all forms, the club recognises the right of individuals, in their personal capacity, to express political opinions. "We regret, and apologise for, any harm which may have been caused to Dr Mashhour as a consequence of statements attributable to, or associated with, the club's decision to remove her. "The decision to remove Dr Mashhour in no way is an acknowledgement that Dr Mashhour supports messages of hate and division, and statements attributable to, or associated with, the club that could be taken to imply Dr Salma supports terrorism or engaged in racist or discriminatory behaviour are not accurate and do not reflect the club's position in relation to Dr Salma." The Israeli military launched a campaign to destroy Hamas in response to an unprecedented cross-border attack on 7 October 2023, in which about 1,200 people were killed and 251 others were taken hostage. More than 51,300 people have been killed in Gaza since then, according to the territory's health ministry.
CairoScene
18-04-2025
- Sport
- CairoScene
Salma Mashhour Dismissed Just Days After Joining Dagenham FC
Salma Mashhour Dismissed Just Days After Joining Dagenham FC Salma Mashhour, Egyptian football content creator, has been dismissed from her role at Dagenham & Redbridge FC just two days after her appointment, with speculation pointing to her pro-Palestinian posts as the likely reason behind the abrupt decision. The UK-based football club announced the move in a short statement online, saying that Mashhour was 'removed from the position of Director of Development & Engagement, effective immediately,' offering no further explanation. Mashhour, known for her work across Arabic football content and her YouTube presence with her husband through their channel 'Ahmed and Salma,' had joined the club alongside popular Egyptian YouTuber Marwan Serry. Serry, who recently acquired a stake in the club, had introduced Mashhour as part of a creative new direction aiming to bridge football with storytelling, community, and digital reach. Online, many have linked her dismissal to recent posts expressing solidarity with Palestine. Several fans and regional commentators have criticized the club's silence on the matter, arguing that her removal reflects mounting pressure faced by Arab creatives over political expression. In a response video posted online, Mashhour and Serry expressed disappointment, stating they were caught off guard and had not been given a reason by the club. 'We're still processing what happened,' they said, leaving the door open for further clarification. The duo also urged their audience not to attend the upcoming game scheduled for Saturday, adding that their tickets would be refunded in full. The dismissal has sparked widespread reaction across Arab social media, raising questions around censorship, representation, and how football clubs engage with sociopolitical issues beyond the pitch.
Roya News
17-04-2025
- Sport
- Roya News
Dagenham club fires Egyptian content creator over alleged Palestine support
Dagenham & Redbridge Football Club has terminated Egyptian content creator Salma Mashhour from her role as Director of Development and Engagement, with online users citing her public support for the Palestinian cause as the alleged reason behind the decision. In a brief official statement shared on social media, the club confirmed, "Dagenham & Redbridge FC has removed Salma Mashhour from the position of Director of Development & Engagement, effective immediately." Mashhour had only recently been appointed to the role as part of a broader collaboration with popular Egyptian YouTuber Marwan Serry, who recently acquired a stake in the club and joined its ownership group. Serry is widely known across the Arab world for his sports media presence. Salma Mashhour built a following in the Arabic football community through her engaging match-day content, stadium tours, and analysis, particularly through collaborations with Serry and her joint YouTube channel with her husband, titled 'Ahmed and Salma.' However, her outspoken support for Palestine, particularly during "Israel's" ongoing aggression on Gaza, prompted backlash from some segments of the club's fanbase, particularly those aligned with the Israeli Occupation. Many fans and online users speculate that this was the reason for terminating Mashhour's position. In response, Serry and Mashhour released a video, claiming they were blindsided by the announcement but have not yet provided details behind the club's decision. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Marwan Serry | مروان سري (@marwanserry)
