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Former UK prime minister Tony Blair is drawing attention for a string of comments. He said Gaza must 'live in peace with its neighbours' to be 'free', argued Iran's regime is 'underestimating' Donald Trump, and warned Europe that it 'doesn't win' a war without US support. His Tony Blair Institute also faced criticism for bringing major tech companies to the Labour conference.
- 2Tony Blair Institute Hosts Tech Giants at Labour Conference●"Tony Blair Institute Brings Gas-Guzzling Tech Giants to Labour Conference The think tank has received extensive funding
The Tony Blair Institute, led by the former Labour prime minister, has hosted major US technology companies at the Labour Party conference, according to reporting by DeSmog. The think tank has received extensive funding from US tech interests, prompting questions about its influence. Critics highlight the irony of promoting energy-intensive tech firms with large carbon footprints within a party positioning itself on climate leadership.