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Gaza War: UK Restricts Arms Exports to Israel
2024-09-02 23:55:07
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Gaza War: UK Restricts Arms Exports to Israel

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The United Kingdom is suspending 30 of 350 licenses for arms exports to Israel, affecting weapons that could be used in the Gaza conflict. Parts for F-35 fighter jets are excluded.

There is no finding of guilt or arms embargo, but the move puts pressure on the government and the Labour Party who support the Palestinians. The justification for the restriction is the risk of violations of international humanitarian law.

The UK government is calling for a ceasefire and restraint in the West Bank, as stated in a joint statement with Germany and France. The measure was explained by Foreign Minister Lammy in Parliament.

Israel has expressed disappointment with the decision.

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U.K. Suspends Some Arms Sales to Israel

The U.K. has announced the suspension of 30 out of 350 arms export licenses to Israel due to concerns that they could be used in serious violations of international humanitarian law. The decision comes as pressure mounts on Israel over civilian deaths in the Gaza conflict. The U.S., however, has rejected calls to suspend arms shipments to Israel. The U.K. arms trade with Israel amounts to $55 million in 2022, including assault rifles and explosive devices, while the U.S. provides $3.8 billion in annual military aid. The review did not explicitly state that Israel is violating international law, and the U.K. continues to support Israel's right to self-defense. The suspension covers components for military aircraft but excludes F-35 parts. The move is likely to help the Labour Party but strain relations with the U.S. The decision has a symbolic weight as it represents a diplomatic blow to the Netanyahu government. Despite the suspension, the U.K. remains a strong supporter of Israel's security and right to self-defense.

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2. September 2024 um 17:16

Middle East Conflict: United Kingdom Stops Export of Certain Weapons to Israel

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The United Kingdom is stopping the export of certain weapons to Israel; the government in London has suspended 30 licenses in order to reduce the risk of serious human rights violations. Combat aircraft and drone parts are affected. The government is reviewing export licenses in light of the conflict. Not a blanket ban, but a targeted measure against the misuse of weapons. The Labour Party expresses solidarity with the Palestinians.
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2. September 2024 um 16:42

Gaza War: United Kingdom Halts Licenses for Arms Sales to Israel

The United Kingdom is restricting arms exports to Israel; it is suspending 30 of 350 licenses, affecting weapons that could be used in the Gaza conflict. Parts for F-35 fighter jets are excluded. No finding of guilt, no arms embargo. Pressure on the government of Starmer and the Labour Party, who support the Palestinians. Justification: Risk of violations of international humanitarian law. London calls for a ceasefire and restraint in the West Bank. Joint statement with Scholz and Macron. Fore..
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2. September 2024 um 16:22

London stops dozens of licenses for arms sales to Israel

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Due to the Gaza War, Great Britain restricts the sale of weapons to Israel. There is a high risk that the weapons could be used to facilitate a serious violation of international human rights. All updates on the Middle East war in our live blog.
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Gaza War: UK Restricts Arms Sales to Israel - DER SPIEGEL

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The United Kingdom is halting 30 of 350 arms exports to Israel, as weapons could facilitate a "serious violation" of human rights. Israel is disappointed in the response. The government is under pressure to cancel licenses. Starmer, Scholz and Macron are calling for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.
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