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Many companies are finding themselves the subject of various Rumours that attempt to draw the companies and their products into the conflict in the Middle East.

Some Rumours and variations of those Rumours concern The Coca-Cola Company. A few have been around for several years in one form or another and have recently had a resurgence.

Here are some Rumours you may have seen or heard – and the facts.

Rumours: Boycotting Coca-Cola makes a statement against America and American (foreign) policies
Rumours: The Coca-Cola Company is a Jewish company. (Variations of this rumours suggest that the company is affiliated with the Mormon religion.)
Rumours: Warning not to buy Coca-Cola due to possible contamination by terrorists
Rumours: Coca-Cola contains material making it unsuitable for vegetarians and Muslims
Rumours: Coca-Cola contributes profits to Israel
Rumours: Coca-Cola runs advertising that is offensive to Muslims
Rumours: Anti-Muslim messages appear in graphics (No Mohammed, No Mecca)

 

 


 
 
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