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Craven Tokenism: The UK Suspension Of Arms Export Licenses To Israel – OpEd

Eurasia Review Thursday, 5 September 2024 ()
The government of Sir Keir Starmer, despite remaining glued to a foreign policy friendly and accommodating to Israel, has found the strain a bit much of late. While galloping to victory in the July elections, leaving the British Labour Party a heaving majority, a certain ill-temper could be found among the ranks on his attitudes...
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News video: Govt announces suspension of 30 Israel arms licences

Govt announces suspension of 30 Israel arms licences 01:19

Foreign Secretary David Lammy tells MPs in the House of Commons that the UK will be suspending 30 out of 350 arms export licences to Israel. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

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U.S Navy Distressing Warning For Israel: 'No More Protection as Gaza Ceasefire Talks Near' | Watch [Video]

U.S Navy Distressing Warning For Israel: 'No More Protection as Gaza Ceasefire Talks Near' | Watch

The US has issued a stark warning that its naval forces cannot remain in the West Asia region indefinitely to protect Israel. This comes as the US military braces for a potential collapse in the Gaza ceasefire negotiations between Hamas and Israel. As tensions rise and talks stall, what does this mean for Israel’s security and US involvement in the region? Dive into the latest developments and explore the implications of this critical warning. #USNavalWarning #IsraelSecurity #GazaCeasefire #USMilitary #MiddleEastTensions #NavalDeployment #HamasIsraelConflict #USInvolvement #CeasefireNegotiations #InternationalAffairs ~HT.318~ED.102~PR.274~GR.344~

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'Israel Gone If...': Donald Trump Paints Harris As Pro-Hamas, Questions Views on Gaza & IDF| Watch [Video]

'Israel Gone If...': Donald Trump Paints Harris As Pro-Hamas, Questions Views on Gaza & IDF| Watch

Former President Trump claimed Israel would cease to exist if Vice President Harris becomes president, warning of abandonment and terrorist threats. He promised strict measures against Gaza refugees and pro-Hamas activities if re-elected. Trump criticized Jewish Democratic voters and boasted about his pro-Israel record. Harris's campaign refuted these claims, and has accused Trump of spreading lies. #DonaldTrump #IsraelGazawar #Gazawar #Harris #ProHamas #TrumpvsHarris #HarrisWalz #TrumpVance #Gazawar #IsraelHamas #Oneindia #Oneindianews

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Israel's West Bank offensive in Jenin causes devastation [Video]

Israel's West Bank offensive in Jenin causes devastation

Israeli forces have launched their deadliest raid in the West Bank since the Gaza conflict began, focusing on the Jenin refugee camp.

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Israeli forces withdraw from Jenin after operation leaves trail of destruction [Video]

Israeli forces withdraw from Jenin after operation leaves trail of destruction

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‘Egypt's Anti-Israel Pivot?’: Turkey’s Erdogan Charms Egypt For Gaza Ceasefire As IDF Escalates War [Video]

‘Egypt's Anti-Israel Pivot?’: Turkey’s Erdogan Charms Egypt For Gaza Ceasefire As IDF Escalates War

During Egyptian President el-Sisi's visit to Turkey, he and President Erdogan emphasized their intention to cooperate on regional issues, particularly regarding the Gaza conflict. Both leaders called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and rejected further Israeli escalation in the West Bank. This cooperation aims to increase their influence in the region. #ElSisi #Erdogan #RecepTayyipErdogan #TurkeyEgypt #IsraelHamas #IsraelGazawar #IsraelHamas #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.178~PR.320~ED.102~GR.344~

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Plans to house asylum seekers at former RAF base in Lincolnshire scrapped

Labour has scrapped the former Tory government's plans to house asylum seekers at RAF Scampton in Lincolnshire.
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Labour MP could bring forward assisted dying bill to parliament

A backbench Labour MP is considering bringing forward a bill to parliament to"reform our archaic assisted dying laws".
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Police must act 'quicker' on Grenfell investigation, says Harman

Former Labour MP Harriet Harman has called for the police to act "quicker" when it comes to their investigation into the Grenfell Tower fire.
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Labour enjoy 'positive' start to talks with business leaders over workers' rights

Senior business leaders have welcomed discussions with Angela Rayner over proposals to improve workers' rights as "positive", but warned the "devil will be in..
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Tories: Labour caving in over Israel arms ban [Video]

Tories: Labour caving in over Israel arms ban

The shadow transport secretary has accused Labour of ‘caving into pressure from the back benches’ – after the government announced it is partially suspending around 30 arms export licences to Israel. Helen Whatley also said it is ‘really hard for Israel to swallow, so soon after we saw Hamas murder six hostages'. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

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Keir Starmer Keir Starmer Prime Minister of the United Kingdom since 2024

Why former Brexit negotiator Barnier may be a useful partner for Starmer

Michel Barnier clearly loves a challenge.
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Rayner: We will work at pace to bring change after Grenfell [Video]

Rayner: We will work at pace to bring change after Grenfell

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner said that survivors of the Grenfell fire tragedy want "change and justice", and that such change must come quickly. She committed to "working at pace" to ensure people get justice, and ensuring safety for people living in similar tower blocks. Rayner's comments comes after Sir Keir Starmer issued a state apology for a disaster he said should never have happened. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

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'State's Failure!': UK PM Keir Starmer Apologizes to Grenfell Tower Victims| Watch Video [Video]

'State's Failure!': UK PM Keir Starmer Apologizes to Grenfell Tower Victims| Watch Video

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer issued a formal apology on behalf of the state to the victims of the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire, which claimed 72 lives. Acknowledging the government's failure to protect those affected, Starmer expressed deep regret and recognized the victims' ongoing sense of betrayal. He emphasized that the tragedy should never have occurred, stating the country failed in its fundamental duty to safeguard its citizens. #BritishPM #KeirStarmer #GrenfellTower #RishiSunak #UKParliament #Apology #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.320~ED.194~HT.336~GR.124~

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Sunak grills Stamer on taking fuel payment from pensioners [Video]

Sunak grills Stamer on taking fuel payment from pensioners

Former prime minister Rishi Sunak has challenged Sir Keir Starmer over plans to means test the Winter Fuel Allowance. But during today’s PMQs, the prime minister said his government’s first job was to audit the books “and what we found was a £22bn black hole". Report by Czubalam. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

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Grenfell United: Human life was never a priority [Video]

Grenfell United: Human life was never a priority

Grenfell United has said the victims of the fire 'paid the price' for the 'systematic dishonesty and institutional indifference' found at every level by the Inquiry. Survivor Natasha Elcock called on Sir Keir Starmer's government to prioritise and tackle the 'social injustice and racial inequality' highlighted by the tragedy. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

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Starmer meets Zelensky at NATO summit [Video]

Starmer meets Zelensky at NATO summit

Sir Keir Starmer has met Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky in the margins of the NATO summit in Washington DC. They greeted each other with a hug and a handshake. Defence Secretary John Healey and Foreign Secretary David Lammy joined the Prime Minister with officials around a table. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

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David Lammy David Lammy British politician (born 1972)

UK to suspend some arms sales to Israel

The UK will suspend some arms sales to Israel, Foreign Secretary David Lammy has announced.
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Foreign secretary confirms lifting of UNRWA suspension [Video]

Foreign secretary confirms lifting of UNRWA suspension

Foreign Secretary David Lammy confirms that the government will overturn the suspension of UK funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine (UNRWA). Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

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David Lammy: I look forward to working with JD Vance [Video]

David Lammy: I look forward to working with JD Vance

Foreign Secretary David Lammy says he found “common ground” when he met Donald Trump’s running mate JD Vance and insists he looks forward to working with him if he becomes vice president. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

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‘No More Weapons!’: UK Suspends 30 Arms Licenses to Israel As Netanyahu Faces Heat Over Gaza War [Video]

‘No More Weapons!’: UK Suspends 30 Arms Licenses to Israel As Netanyahu Faces Heat Over Gaza War

The UK has suspended 30 arms export licenses to Israel over concerns that the equipment might be used in violations of international humanitarian law. The suspension affects military items used by the Israeli Defense Forces in Gaza but excludes F-35 jet components. The decision follows a review by the Labour government, which revealed serious compliance issues. Despite this, the UK’s broader support for Israel remains unchanged. #UK #Israel #Gazawar #IsraelGazawar #IsraelHamas #Hamaswarlive #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.97~PR.320~ED.103~

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Gaza City Gaza City Ancient Levantine metropolis and modern city in Palestine

Protesters march in Tel Aviv with makeshift coffins to demand release of Gaza hostages [Video]

Protesters march in Tel Aviv with makeshift coffins to demand release of Gaza hostages

Protesters say the Israeli government hasn't done enough to secure the release of their loved ones and accuse Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of potentially derailing talks with new demands.

Credit: euronews (in English)    Duration: 00:35Published

UK's partial arms embargo on Israel is shameful, Netanyahu's close aide says

The UK's decision to place a partial arms embargo on Israel was "shameful", a close aide to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has told Sky News, as he insisted..
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Pope arrives in Muslim-majority Indonesia to start Asia-Pacific tour [Video]

Pope arrives in Muslim-majority Indonesia to start Asia-Pacific tour

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'Islam Must Adapt to Swedish Values or Leave': Deputy PM's Warning After Hamas Celebration in Sweden [Video]

'Islam Must Adapt to Swedish Values or Leave': Deputy PM's Warning After Hamas Celebration in Sweden

Swedish Deputy Prime Minister Ebba Busch has sparked a massive debate with her recent comments demanding that Muslims in Sweden adapt to Swedish values or leave the country. Busch's statements have raised serious questions about cultural integration, religious freedom, and Sweden's immigration policies. In this video, we dive deep into the controversy, analyzing the reactions from both sides and exploring the potential implications for Sweden's multicultural society. What does this mean for the future of immigration in Sweden? Watch now to find out! #Sweden #Islam #CulturalClash #ImmigrationDebate #Integration #EbbaBusch #ReligiousFreedom #SwedishPolitics #Multiculturalism #Controversy ~HT.318~PR.274~GR.125~ED.102~

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Jordan Berates Ben-Gvir's Call for Synagogue in Al-Aqsa, Urges UN To Punish Israel For Settlements [Video]

Jordan Berates Ben-Gvir's Call for Synagogue in Al-Aqsa, Urges UN To Punish Israel For Settlements

Jordan's Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi has urged the UN Security Council to act against Israel following Israeli Police Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's call to build a synagogue at Al-Aqsa Mosque, a move seen as violating UN resolutions. Safadi warned that altering Al-Aqsa's status quo could lead to dangerous consequences. Iran and other Arab nations have condemned the plan, with Israel defending it as ensuring equal rights for Jews and Muslims. #Jordan #AymanSafadi #JordanIsrael #UNSC #AlAqsaStorm #AlAqsamews #Jerusalem #BenGvir #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.97~PR.320~ED.103~

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Iraq's Arba’een 2024 Amid War: Watch 21 Million Muslims in Karbala Show Solidarity with Palestine [Video]

Iraq's Arba’een 2024 Amid War: Watch 21 Million Muslims in Karbala Show Solidarity with Palestine

This year’s Arba’een commemorations in Karbala have shattered records, with 21.48 million Muslims from across the globe gathering in the holy city. The pilgrimage, marking the 40th day after the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (AS), has seen not just a massive turnout but also a powerful display of unity and resistance. Pilgrims from countries like Iran, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and many others came to pay their respects and stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people amid the ongoing Gaza conflict. Join us as we delve into the deep religious and geopolitical significance of this year’s Arba’een, where faith and political statements converge. #Arbaeen2024 #Karbala #ImamHussein #Palestine #GazaConflict #MiddleEast #MuslimUnity #ReligiousPilgrimage #Solidarity #GlobalGathering ~PR.274~ED.102~HT.334~

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Islamic State group claims responsibility for Solingen stabbings that left three dead [Video]

Islamic State group claims responsibility for Solingen stabbings that left three dead

The group said in a statement published on its Amaq news site that the attacker targeted Christians, 'to avenge Muslims in Palestine and everywhere.'

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