The United Kingdom has suspended approximately 30 of its 350 arms export licences to Israel, prompting significant diplomatic tension between the two nations. British Foreign Secretary David Lammy announced the decision following a review that concluded there was a clear risk the equipment could be used in serious violations of international humanitarian law during the conflict in Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu strongly criticized the suspension, calling it misguided. British officials maintained that the measure is a legal requirement rather than a blanket embargo, reaffirming the UK’s continued support for Israel’s defense.
- The UK government suspended roughly 30 out of 350 arms export licences to Israel following an internal legal assessment.
- The export suspensions apply to components for military aircraft, helicopters, drones, and equipment used for ground targeting.
- The UK Foreign Office stated the action was taken to comply with export criteria regarding risks of international humanitarian law breaches.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the move, describing the decision as shameful and counterproductive.
- British officials emphasized that the action does not represent a full arms embargo and excludes parts for the multinational F-35 fighter jet program.
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Finally! A decision by the government I'm actually proud of.
What a strange feeling
Israel knows that the US will condo their bidding. I hope more nations will also call the Israelis out.
How long before Burnham does a u turn..when he feels the backlash from British business losing £6B in trade from Israel?
depends on much muslim support he can scab from the greens.?
Britain carried out the genocide of the African population, killing millions of people!
Britain is obliged to pay 100,000 pounds to every citizen of Africa!
UK government doesn't have the best interest of the British people
The slowest genocide in history
Your leadership is to the British people
Britain is already in decline, losing its identity and sovereignty, and has become a global joke so Israel should reconsider its cooperation and ignore their criticism.