BREAKING: The petition calling for Tony Blair to have his knighthood rescinded has now hit more than 400,000 signatures.
A petition calling for Tony Blair to have his knighthood rescinded has now been signed by more than 400,000 people.
Bestowed by the Queen, it is the oldest and most senior honour in the British system, with just 21 people currently holding it. ‘He was personally responsible for causing the death of countless innocent, civilian lives and servicement in various conflicts. For this alone he should be held accountable for war crimes.
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