London — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has criticized a local U.K. authority's decision to ban fans of an Israeli soccer team from coming to support their side. Starmer called the move by authorities in Birmingham, England, to block Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from attending an upcoming game against the city's Aston Villa team a misstep.

"This is the wrong decision. We will not tolerate antisemitism on our streets. The role of the police is to ensure all football fans can enjoy the game, without fear of violence or intimidation," Starmer said in a social media post on Friday.

A safety advisory group made up of authorities who give advice on welfare, health and safety for events in Birmingham made the decision to ban traveling Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from attending the November 6 match ear

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