Prominent tech figures had distanced themselves from Web Summit over Paddy Cosgrave’s social media posts
Paddy Cosgrave’s social media posts had caused several influential figures in tech sector to distance themselves from Web SummitWeb Summit founder Paddy Cosgrave issued a lengthy apology in a statement on Tuesday following a backlash to initial comments about Israel and Palestine. Photograph: AFP via Getty Images
He said he was “shocked at the rhetoric and actions of so many western leaders & governments, with the exception in particular of Ireland’s government, who for once are doing the right thing”.Orla Tinsley: I’d like to be telling you about my dream life, but here’s a nightmare from Ireland’s health system instead
Dor Shapira, the Israeli ambassador to Portugal, said Israel would also boycott the event, which takes place in Lisbon.“I understand that what I said, the timing of what I said, and the way it has been presented has caused profound hurt to many”, he said. “Like so many figures globally, I also believe that, in defending itself, Israel should adhere to international law and the Geneva conventions.
Mr Shapira had written to the mayor of Lisbon stating Israel would pull out from any involvement in the popular conference “due to the outrageous statements” made by Mr Cosgrave.
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