BBC Refusal to Label Hezbollah a Terrorist Organization is "Shameful," Says Robert Jenrick

Tory Leadership Hopeful Criticizes BBC

Tory leadership hopeful Robert Jenrick has criticized the BBC for refusing to label Hezbollah a terrorist organization. Jenrick blasted the national broadcaster for referring to the extremist group as simply a "Lebanese armed group."

Time to "Call a Spade a Spade"

Jenrick expressed his frustration, stating, "It's time we called a spade a spade." He emphasized that Hezbollah is an armed terrorist militia with intentions of destroying Israel.

Loss of Trust in BBC

Jenrick warned that the BBC's failure to report facts accurately will further erode trust in the news outlet. He highlighted the importance of accurately depicting Hezbollah and Hamas as terrorist organizations.

BBC Responds

In response to the criticism, a BBC spokesperson stated that their reporting is in line with editorial guidelines and that they have acknowledged Hezbollah as a proscribed terrorist organization by the UK government.