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Sale of Arms to Israel
P002909 - 31 January 2024
Presentations: 1
Presenters: 0
At a Glance
This petition concerning sale of arms to israel was presented to Parliament once by 0 MPs.
Issue Summary
The petition concerns the sale of arms by the UK government to Israel, with constituents arguing that these arms are being used to kill innocent civilians in Gaza and breach international humanitarian law.
Action Requested
The House of Commons is requested to urge the Government to suspend all arms transfers to Israel, including weapons, parts, and components that pose a risk of serious violations of international humanitarian law.
Key Facts
- The petition received widespread support from constituents expressing outrage over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
- The International Court of Justice’s ruling suggests plausible evidence of genocidal acts committed by Israel in Palestine.
- The UK arms export policy prohibits licenses if there is a clear risk that arms might be used to commit serious violations of international humanitarian law.
Presentation Timeline
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Presented
31 January 2024
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