British Parliamentarians Discuss Calls for Investigation into Israel’s Actions
The British Parliament held discussions on Monday regarding the United Kingdom’s stance on the Israeli occupation’s actions in the Gaza Strip. It is reported that the Parliament’s committee considered three petitions with over 100,000 signatures, emphasizing neutrality, humanitarian aid for Gaza, and a call for a ceasefire in the West Bank and Gaza.
Representative Taher Ali from the Labor Party accused the government of supporting Israel’s undeclared goals and urged recognition of the State of Palestine. He called for prosecuting Israel for violating 30 UN resolutions and imposing sanctions based on investigations into war crimes.
Caroline Lucas of the Green Party criticized the UK’s neutral stance in the UN, calling on the government to leverage diplomatic ties with Egypt and Qatar for ceasefire negotiations. She emphasized the need to address the long-standing plight of Gaza residents.
Shadow Minister Tanmanjit Singh urged Parliament to reconsider arms export licenses to Israel, citing the risk of violating international humanitarian law. Representative Kenny Maxkill demanded transparency on military information, including the British Air Force’s use by the US Army.
Despite support for investigations, Representatives Jim Shannon and Andrew Percy opposed popular petitions, presenting unverified allegations. MP España Begum highlighted rising hate crimes against Muslims in London, emphasizing the need for accountability.
The session, chaired by Kim Johnson, aims to address concerns and possibly alter the UK’s stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, aligning with calls for a ceasefire similar to Spain and Portugal in Europe.
