The Left Party in Sweden is defending its decision to invite members of Fatah to a meeting in the Riksdag, the Swedish parliament. According to Ida Gabrielsson of the Left Party, the intention was to understand Fatah’s perspective on the conflict in the West Bank. The invitation extended to two individuals alleged to have glorified martyrdom and terrorism has sparked criticism. Gabrielsson stated the party aimed to hear their account of the situation in the West Bank. The move has been labelled a “low point” by critics, but the Left Party maintains it was a legitimate effort to gather information. The incident raises questions about engagement with groups accused of supporting violence. The party has not issued an apology for the invitation.