Britain announces partial suspension of arms exports to Israel | News

UK continues to support Israel’s right to self defence in accordance with international law, foreign minister Lammy says.

The United Kingdom says it would suspend 30 out of 350 arms exports licences to Israel, citing a “clear risk” they could be used in a serious breach of international humanitarian law.

Foreign Secretary David Lammy told parliament on Monday the partial ban covered items “which could be used in the current conflict in Gaza” against Hamas but did not include parts for the F-35 fighter jets.

Lammy also said that the UK continues to support Israel’s right to self defence in accordance with international law.

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