Helen Mirren has condemned boycotts of Israel declaring her strong belief in the county.
Speaking at a press event in Jerusalem on Wednesday, the Oscar-winning actor said she was a “believer” in Israel, praising Israeli artists’ contribution to the arts and criticising efforts by pro-Palestinian groups to boycott them.
She also condemned the decision of some international artists to shun Israel.
She said: “I think that art is an incredibly important way of communication.
