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Independent probe into IDF attack urged amid calls to stop arms sales to Israel

An independent investigation into the deadly attack by the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) is being demanded by the World Central Kitchen (WCK) charity, as former Supreme Court justices pressed the UK Government to stop arms sales to Israel. Seven of ...

04 Apr 2024 at 15:06

Israel arms exports could be used to breach international law, court told

The Government continued sending F-35 fighter jet components to Israel despite knowing there was a “clear risk” that they could be used to “commit or facilitate a serious violation” of international humanitarian law (IHL), the High Court has ...

18 Nov 2024 at 14:14

Foreign Secretary Lammy signals no blanket ban on arms sales to Israel

The UK will not implement a blanket ban on arms sales to Israel but will consider issues linked to offensive weapons used in Gaza, according to the Foreign Secretary. David Lammy said Israel is “surrounded by people who would see its ...

19 Jul 2024 at 12:50

Israel ‘abides by rule of law’ but UK’s support not unconditional, says Stride

Israel ‘abides by rule of law’ but UK’s support not unconditional – Stride

Israel “abides by the rule of law”, a Cabinet minister insisted as the Government continues to refuse to publish legal advice on whether the offensive in Gaza has broken international humanitarian rules. Mel Stride said advice from ...

08 Apr 2024 at 10:55

Government ‘united’ on Gaza conflict, Downing Street insists amid claims of rift

Downing Street has insisted the Government is “completely united” over the conflict in Gaza despite claims of a Cabinet split. Divisions appeared to have emerged over the weekend with the Foreign Secretary, Lord Cameron, taking a ...

08 Apr 2024 at 16:16

Campaigners protest outside factories against arms sales to Israel

Trade unionists and anti-weapons campaigners staged protests outside two factories on Wednesday morning in the latest demonstrations calling for an end to arms sales to Israel. Members of several trade unions, including health ...

20 Mar 2024 at 07:26

Aid worker’s brother criticises UK Government after Gaza attack

The brother of an aid worker who died in an Israeli air strike in Gaza has said it is “hard to comprehend” the British Government’s inaction over the killings. James “Jim” Henderson was one of seven aid workers who died when ...

04 Apr 2024 at 14:28

Diplomat quits as UK ‘may be complicit in war crimes’ over Israel arms sales

A British diplomat has resigned from the Foreign Office as he believes the department “may be complicit in war crimes” for continuing to allow arms sales to Israel. Mark Smith, listed as a second secretary in the British ...

19 Aug 2024 at 10:29

SNP calls for suspension of Israel arms sales in letter to Foreign Secretary

The SNP has reiterated its call for an immediate suspension of arms sales to Israel in a letter to Foreign Secretary David Lammy. The party also said the Government should take action now rather than wait for further ...

21 Jul 2024 at 07:12

More than 15 Barclays buildings targeted by pro-Palestine activists

More than 15 branches of Barclays bank across England and Scotland have been vandalised by a campaign group called Palestine Action. The sites had windows smashed and paint thrown as part of a protest calling on the ...

10 Jun 2024 at 15:23

Pro-Palestine protesters demonstrate against supply of F-35 parts to Israel

Protesters have gathered outside the premises of F-35 fighter jet manufacturer Lockheed Martin UK, calling on it to stop sending parts to Israel for use against Palestine. The Palestine Solidarity Campaign ...

17 Jun 2025 at 15:04

Foreign Office staff told to consider resigning if they disagree on Gaza

Civil servants in the Foreign Office have been told they should resign if they disagree with the Government’s policy over Gaza, reports suggest. Some 300 staff at the Government department, based in the ...

10 Jun 2025 at 11:39

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