Great Britain bans entry to US activist for criticizing Islam and migration
Valentina Gomes in 2026. Photo: European Conservative
On April 20, 2026, UK authorities revoked the entry permit of American activist Valentina Gomez ahead of her planned appearance in London, reports European Conservative.
Gomez is a 26-year-old Christian conservative activist of Colombian origin living in the USA and associated with the MAGA movement. In her speeches, she actively criticizes mass migration, advocates for strengthening national sovereignty and tightening border policy, and has repeatedly spoken critically about Islam.
She was supposed to participate in a rally in London organized by Tommy Robinson, however, despite a previously approved electronic permit, the UK Home Office revoked it, stating that her presence "would not be conducive to the public good."
The decision followed public pressure and her controversial statements that drew criticism from a number of organizations. This case once again raised questions about the boundaries of freedom of speech and the acceptability of restricting entry for foreign speakers with politically sensitive views.
Earlier, the UOJ reported that statistics revealed a systemic security crisis, recording nearly 4,000 attacks on religious sites in Britain over a year.
Read also
Major U.S. hospital network refuses to implement new assisted suicide law
Advocate Health Care said it would not participate in Illinois’ assisted suicide program.
OCU activists call TRC to service of persecuted UOC community in Kremenchuk
After seizing the Holy Trinity Church in Kremenchuk, Dumenko's followers attempted to disrupt the worship service of UOC believers held in the open air.
Bila Tserkva authorities attempting to seize monastery building from UOC
The Bila Tserkva City Council is attempting to reclaim the buildings of the St. Mary Magdalene Convent for communal ownership through the courts.
Egyptian police arrest Christians targeted in Muslim attacks
Copts were released once they withdrew their complaints against their assailants.
Primate of Macedonian Church congratulates Lavra's abbot on name day
Archbishop Stefan noted the zeal of the Lavra's abbot, who shares the sorrows of his flock.
Persecuted community in Stari Broskivtsi marks patronal feast in new church
The rector thanked the faithful for building a new church to replace the one that was seized.