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    Home - Israel - Israel follows the rule of law, but UK’s support is not without conditions, says Stride in The Irish News.
    Israel Updated:April 8, 2024

    Israel follows the rule of law, but UK’s support is not without conditions, says Stride in The Irish News.

    By David Pike2 Mins Read
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    The UK Government Faces Pressure to Publish Legal Advice on Israel’s Offensive in Gaza

    Amid mounting pressure to suspend arms sales to Israel and disclose legal advice on the ongoing offensive in Gaza, the UK Government remains steadfast in its support for Israel while emphasizing that support is not unconditional.

    Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride defended the Government’s decision to keep legal advice confidential, citing a “long-standing convention.” He stressed that Israel abides by the rule of law but reiterated that support is not unconditional, particularly in light of recent attacks that resulted in the deaths of aid workers, including three Britons.

    The Israeli military has withdrawn forces from Khan Younis in southern Gaza but could still launch an offensive against Hamas’s stronghold in Rafah. International calls for restraint have been led by the UK and US, with concerns over a potential high death toll if a large-scale assault were to occur.

    Despite the UK’s arms exports regime prohibiting the supply of weapons if there is a risk of violating international humanitarian law, the Government has resisted calls to publish legal advice on Israel’s compliance with these laws.

    Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron has taken a firm stance against Israel’s actions, with support for Israel being described as not unconditional. Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden, however, suggested that Israel is being held to an “incredibly high standard” compared to other nations.

    The debate over whether the UK should continue arms sales to Israel continues, with Dowden cautioning against holding Israel to overly high standards while acknowledging the need for accountability in light of recent events. The situation remains tense as the Government navigates its response to the conflict in Gaza.

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