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UK Labour councils could face legal action unless they stop BDS activity
This comes after multiple local authorities voted not to work with firms that they deem to be “complicit in Israeli war crimes...or somehow benefit from activity in the West Bank."
London mayor tried to block London vigil for Bondi victims, Hanukkah event, says CAA Gideon Falter
UK Labour party votes that Israel is committing genocide, pro-Palestine groups celebrate
'Fight of our lives': UK's Starmer urges Labour to unite against 'racist' Reform policy
Why is the UK halting some arms sales to Israel? - explainer
The 30 licenses cover systems the UK believes present a “clear risk” of being used to “commit or facilitate a serious violation of international humanitarian law.”
Chief rabbi, British Jews criticize UK decision to restrict arms sales to Israel
Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis said that the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development's Office's suspension of almost 30 of the around 350 arms licenses to Israel "beggars belief."
British MP claims Palestinian NHS doctor gave her quicker treatment due to ceasefire vote
Labour MP Jess Phillips claimed she was seen faster in a crowded emergency room as her Palestinian doctor supported her ceasefire vote.
Corbyn: UK not abiding by int'l law, supplying arms to 'genocidal' country
Corbyn is also in talks with four other independent MPs to form a new pro-Palestine group, which would increase their sway in Parliament.
Jewish UK Labour Party members accuse PM Starmer of worsening antisemitism
Labour Against Antisemitism wrote a letter to British PM Keir Starmer, accusing his party's government of worsening antisemitism.
'Secret arms embargo’: UK stalls military sales to Israel - Daily Mail
The pause also prevents military radios and body armor from being sent to Israel at a time when Iran's attack is considered imminent.
UK acting against justice by dropping ICC objections — Israeli official
On the ICC submission... I can confirm the government will not be pursuing (the proposal) in line with our long-standing position that this is a matter for the court to decide on, says spokesperson.
UK to resume UNRWA funding, says controversial aid org. will ensure neutrality
The foreign secretary said the government will now provide £21 million in new funding and that UNRWA had taken steps to “ensure it meets the highest standards of neutrality."
Despite landslide victory, there may be trouble ahead for UK government - opinion
Despite Starmer’s largely successful efforts to disempower the hard Left within his party to make it electable after the Corbyn years, a sizeable rump of pro-Corbynites remains.
British FM Lammy calls for Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal, along with two-state solution
Lammy also spoke about the Labour government’s opposition to Israeli West Bank settlement activity and its commitment to a reformed Palestinian Authority.