Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories 2025-06-10

Supports the UK's efforts to leverage influence with Israel and international allies but questions the timing of sanctions on individuals. Asks for an assessment of these sanctions' impact and the nature of discussions held with other partners including the US, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway. Urges for ongoing constructive dialogue and communication channels with all regional partners towards peace.

The debate focuses on the ongoing negotiations to release hostages held by Iranian-backed terrorists in Gaza, the need for aid to enter the region, and efforts to restart dialogue under the Cairo plan. Kwasi emphasises the UK's support for Israel and its commitment to peace through international cooperation.

She calls for an update on hostage release negotiations, aid distribution, and efforts to restart dialogue under the Cairo plan. She emphasises the need for more aid to enter Gaza, and expresses support for the UK's commitment to peace through international cooperation.

He seeks an update on discussions with allies about hostage releases, aid distribution, and efforts to restart dialogue under the Cairo plan. He highlights the importance of securing the release of hostages held by Iranian-backed terrorists.

He calls for comprehensive sanctions on Israel in response to its crimes against Palestinians, emphasising that the situation goes beyond individual officials. He suggests that the UK should impose more extensive sanctions akin to those imposed on Russia.

He welcomes the Government's action in sanctioning extremist Israeli Ministers but calls for further measures, including considering sanctions on other officials advocating for Palestinian displacement. He also suggests officially recognising Palestine to demonstrate commitment to peace.

He welcomes the Minister's statement targeting enemies of peace in the Netanyahu Government and asks about UK proposals for an international fund for Israeli-Palestinian peace. He emphasises building civil society on both sides to support a two-state solution.

She welcomes sanctions announced by the Minister and highlights concerns about annexation in Palestinian territories. She urges immediate recognition of Palestine at the UN conference next week, arguing that failing to do so could imply Israel's veto on a two-state solution.

Welcomed the sanctions but questioned why the UK continues to arm Israel and when an arms embargo will be imposed. Urged for recognition of a Palestinian state at the upcoming conference.

Criticised the blockade in Gaza, calling for immediate action on aid access and statehood recognition for Palestinians.

Supported the sanctions but called for further actions such as recognising Palestine's statehood at an international level.

Questioned whether the sanctions would save Palestinian lives and expressed skepticism about the timing of the announcement in relation to the upcoming recognition summit.

Critiqued the UK's continued arms sales to Israel, arguing that ending these exports is a moral imperative given the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Asked on the legal basis for continuing F-35 component sales to Israel despite condemning their views and actions as human rights abuses.

Welcomed the sanctions but urged further steps towards recognising Palestine's statehood at an upcoming conference.

Called for action to bring Hamas to negotiate a ceasefire and asked about the UK's stance on attempts to break the blockade, such as the Madleen ship.

The Minister responded to multiple MPs questioning him about the effectiveness and scope of sanctions against Israel, emphasising that while sanctions target specific individuals violating Palestinians' rights, they do not extend to the entire Israeli state. He also reiterated his commitment towards recognising a Palestinian state based on conditions conducive for both Israelis and Palestinians to coexist safely.

Critiqued the current sanctions as insufficient, urging the Minister to recognise Palestine without delay. Questioned why recognition has not been made despite support from 50 countries.

Asked if the Government had a concrete plan for an upcoming conference and whether sanctions would hinder efforts towards a two-state solution.

Complimented the Minister's work but pressed for faster recognition of Palestine, expressing hope that this will be announced next week in collaboration with allies.

Inquired about sanctions against Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and measures to prevent trade with illegal settlements. Raised concerns over the humanitarian crisis and questioned the effectiveness of current sanctions.

Welcomed the announced sanctions but highlighted severe humanitarian conditions in Gaza, particularly focusing on an elderly constituent's plight. Called for increased aid and evacuations to protect vulnerable individuals.

Welcomed the sanctions while expressing concerns about their impact and urged the Minister to move towards recognising Palestine given significant support across the House. Highlighted cross-party backing for this initiative.

Echoed calls from other MPs urging recognition of a Palestinian state, emphasising public sentiment in his constituency regarding the situation in Gaza.

Cited an 11-year-old constituent's question about why more isn't being done and pressed for information on steps taken to reopen aid routes to Gaza.

Welcomed the sanctions against Smotrich and Ben-Gvir but urged recognition of Palestinian sovereignty over remaining 22% of mandate Palestine before settlements expand further.

Welcomes the Minister’s statement and supports the imposition of sanctions, but asks if unilateral recognition of Palestine is an option given the lack of international cooperation.

Questions why the government has done the bare minimum and expresses cynicism about the effectiveness of the sanctions imposed.

Supports the steps taken by the government but asks for further measures to challenge the use of aid as a cover for violence towards Palestinians, including recognition of Palestine.

Asks why sanctions are being imposed now and suggests that they will not bring peace or change Israeli actions. Criticises the government for pandering to anti-Israel voices on their Back Benches.

Calls for immediate recognition of Palestine, emphasising that without it the two-state solution will remain an empty slogan. Highlights ongoing atrocities against Palestinians.

Requests a collective message from allies to Israel regarding unacceptable restrictions on aid and calls for serious consequences if these restrictions are not reversed.

Welcomes the decision to sanction extremist Israeli Ministers and asks whether the government will recognise Palestine next week at a conference in New York.

Asks if further action, such as expelling the Israeli ambassador from the UK, is being considered due to her rejection of the two-state solution and ongoing violence in Gaza.

Supports sanctions but questions their effectiveness. Calls for further sanctions if necessary and asks whether the government will support a vote to recognise Palestine in this House.

Supports recognition of Palestine and suggests that a vote in the House could strengthen the UK's position. Asks about potential further sanctions from other countries.

Welcomed the sanctions but argued for broader sanctions on all Israeli government ministers. She cited recent meetings in Israel and Palestine where strong sanctions were seen as necessary given thousands of deaths in Gaza.

Welcome the sanctions, but urged further action regarding F-35 jet components and RAF Akrotiri flights. Questioned whether security cooperation with Israel is continuing and if information is being shared that could be used for bombing in Gaza.

Supported the strong action taken by the government, but urged further steps like recognising Palestine. Raised concerns about the interception of humanitarian aid by Israeli authorities from a British-flagged yacht Madleen.

Called for immediate recognition of the state of Palestine to achieve a two-state solution. Raised concerns about ongoing violence, starvation, and genocide in Gaza and the West Bank.

Welcomed the sanctions but called for secure maritime corridors for humanitarian aid. Urged recognition of an independent sovereign state of Palestine.

Criticised the sanctions as insufficient and called for a ban on settlement goods to stop the economy that fuels illegal settlements, urging dismantling of illegal settlements based on International Court of Justice directives.

Welcomed sanctions but urged Government recognition of Palestine at an upcoming summit. Called for a full ban on settlement goods to ensure that consumers do not support undermining the two-state solution.

Asked about tariffs and taxes on goods from settlements, questioning whether British Government is making money off illegal settlements in West Bank.

Welcomed the sanctions but called for more pressure to open land routes for aid delivery to Palestinians. Noted UK's leadership role with 26 allies and three leaders in calling for international action.

Rejected the announcement as insufficient, criticising government inconsistency on arms sales, trade deals, and socializing with Israeli officials. Questioned the sincerity of government's actions regarding Israel.

Welcomes sanctions on extremists, calls for cross-party support for two-state solution. Criticises minister's refusal to recognise state of Palestine.

Supports peace and a two-state solution. Asks the Minister to be tougher on aid, settler violence, illegal settlements.

Asks why government took so long to sanction right-wing Israeli Ministers.

Describes Gaza as a 'slaughterhouse'. Asks for recognition of Palestinian state, citing human rights abuses and deaths in Gaza.

Asks practical steps taken by government to rebuild Palestinian Authority and ensure Hamas has no role in governance.

Welcomes sanctions but calls for recognition of the Palestinian state as the next step.

Calls for an alternative plan to take aid into Gaza through a humanitarian corridor sponsored by UN.

Welcomes sanctions but presses Minister on engagement with international allies for free-flowing aid into Gaza.

Tributes to work of fellow MP, expresses concern over baby formula not getting through to Gaza.

Welcomes sanctions but asks Minister about devastating humanitarian situation and the role of private military contractors.

Criticises double standards in sanctioning Israeli Ministers while groups supporting terrorists are platformed at events like Glastonbury festival.

The Minister emphasises that the Palestinian Authority is central to a two-state solution, expressing support for its reform and strengthening. He acknowledges ongoing efforts such as signing an MOU with the Prime Minister of Palestine but also concedes there remains significant humanitarian risk without adequate aid.

The MP expresses gratitude for recent actions to get aid into Gaza but criticises the lack of meaningful action beyond rhetoric. He urges the Government to take concrete steps to save lives amidst a looming famine crisis.

The MP asks what message failure to recognise Palestine would send, expressing concern over potential genocide and suffering. She questions the Government's approach in international forums next week.

The MP highlights the importance of transparency and accurate reporting on the ground, questioning how journalists can be provided access to Gaza despite significant risks for them and aid workers.

The MP supports sanctions but emphasises that this is only the beginning. He calls for accountability for breaches of international humanitarian law and asks when Palestine will be recognised, stressing the urgency to ensure aid reaches Gaza.

The MP welcomes sanctions on Israeli ministers but seeks clarity on how similar language from other Knesset members would result in further sanctions. He stresses the need for consistency and accountability based on human rights breaches.

The MP raises concerns about 930,000 children at risk of famine and asks what more can be done to ensure food and medicine reach those in need. He urges the Minister for further announcements.

The MP underlines support for Israel against Hamas terrorism, clarifying that sanctions are on individuals rather than the state of Israel. He emphasises unwavering support from the UK Government.

The MP questions why Palestine cannot be recognised as a state, given commitments to a two-state solution and condemnation of illegal settlements. She urges an explanation based on current circumstances.

The MP welcomes sanctions against violent settlers but highlights that food is still being used as a weapon of war. She asks how this can be stopped and what more can be done to ensure humanitarian aid reaches Gaza.

The MP welcomes Government steps but emphasises the urgency for unobstructed aid delivery, release of hostages, and recognition of Palestine. She seeks concrete actions to ensure aid reaches Gaza without delay or interference.

The MP supports sanctions on Israeli ministers but questions the Government's stance on recognising Palestine and international legal judgments regarding West Bank annexation. He seeks more actions to punish crimes in the West Bank.

The MP thanks for sanctions but emphasises that time is running out for a viable two-state solution due to expanding settlements. She urges reflection before international meetings next week.

Welcomed the Minister's announcement but argued that sanctions do not go far enough to stop settlement expansion or settler violence. She called for UK recognition of a Palestinian state at the upcoming UN conference.

Welcomed the sanctions on extremist individuals but asked how the UK can support peacemakers in both Israel and Palestine, noting that Prime Minister Netanyahu relies heavily on these ministers for political survival.

Welcomed the sanctions and called for UK recognition of Palestine at the upcoming UN conference. She inquired about discussions with the US regarding this goal.

Welcomed the sanctions and added her voice to the request for UK recognition of a Palestinian state, urging action at the upcoming UN conference.

Welcomed the sanctions but argued that more needs to be done to support a viable Palestinian state. He called for immediate UK recognition of Palestine.

Welcomed the sanctions in the context of other aid and trade measures but urged unequivocal, immediate and unconditional recognition of a Palestinian state at the upcoming UN conference.

Called for specific steps to support and strengthen those who want a peaceful future in Palestine. He asked about options available to the Minister to take action against anyone blocking a two-state solution.

Discussed personal interactions with constituents affected by the conflict and urged the Minister to reconsider air and sea routes for aid delivery, arguing that inefficiency is not the aim but saving lives is.

Welcomed the Minister's work and asked about further steps the Government will take towards achieving a ceasefire, more aid to Gaza, and the release of hostages.

Welcomes the sanctions against Smotrich and Ben-Gvir, recognises the Government’s actions in other contexts around the world related to human rights, corruption, and issues. Calls for the recognition of the state of Palestine and a credible timeline with allies to bring this about.

Confirms that the Government will work with friends and allies to try to preserve a path to a two-state solution at next week’s conference, in accordance with the Member's suggestions.