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Ceasefire in Gaza

21 February 2024

Lead MP

Lindsay Hoyle
Chorley
Speaker

Debate Type

General Debate

Tags

Foreign Affairs
Other Contributors: 105

At a Glance

Lindsay Hoyle raised concerns about ceasefire in gaza in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.

How the Debate Unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:

Government Response

Foreign Affairs
Government Response
Proposed an amendment that supports Israel’s right to self-defence in compliance with international humanitarian law against Hamas attacks and calls for immediate steps to stop fighting, including a humanitarian pause. He emphasised the need for all hostages to be released, a new Palestinian Government formation, and a credible pathway to two-state solution. The Government will play no further part in the decision this House takes on today’s proceedings. The Prime Minister's position is unchanged; they wish to see an end to fighting but oppose a ceasefire motion that may collapse back into conflict.
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