Jonathan Sumption
Jonathan Sumption is a former Justice of the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom, serving from 2012 to 2018. He is known for his influential legal opinions and has gained public attention for his critiques on various social and political issues, particularly regarding civil liberties and the balance of power within the UK government. In recent news, he stated that there is an 'arguable case' that Israel's conduct in Gaza could be considered genocidal, emphasizing concerns over the proportionality of military actions and the implications for international law.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 2 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 36,527 | $2,700,000 | 1,453$ |
| Ireland | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 2,357 | $5,100 | 2$ |
| Totals | 3 | 72,916,011 | 38,884 | $2,705,100 | 1,455$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Ireland:
Jonathan Sumption has served as a member of the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom and has written a five-volume history of the Hundred Years’ War.
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United Kingdom:
A pair of judges who gave evidence, Nicholas Mostyn and Jonathan Sumption, said they believed the high court process was not suitable for this kind of decision.
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United Kingdom:
Jonathan Sumption, a former UK supreme court judge, described Israel’s assault on Gaza as 'grossly disproportionate' and suggested it could be genocidal.
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