UK suspends 30 arms export licences to Israel after review

UK suspends 30 arms export licences to Israel after review

Foreign Office says review found ‘clear risk’ that UK arms may be used in violation of humanitarian law

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The UK has moved to immediately suspend 30 arms export licences to Israel after a review by the new Labour government found a “clear risk” that UK arms may be used in serious violation of humanitarian law relating to the treatment of Palestinian detainees and the supply of aid to Gaza.

The suspension will cover components for military aircraft including fighter aircraft, helicopters and drones.

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