Latest editorial
UN resolution must follow ‘shift in political pressure,’ including arms embargo, campaigners say
THE UNITED NATIONS resolution for a ceasefire in Gaza must prompt a “shift in political pressure,” including an arms embargo and a permanent end to bombings, campaigners have urged.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said today that Britain was “pleased to support the resolution” because it was consistent with its position — despite attempts by some Tory MPs in Parliament to continue to vilify calls for a ceasefire, saying the UN resolution would undermine efforts to free hostages from Hamas.
The resolution presses for a ceasefire in Gaza during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan only; it is the first time the UN has called for a halt to the fighting.
More from this author
Similar stories
As Israel breaks ceasefire with air strikes on Gaza, killing 400, and ministers backtrack on acknowledging Israeli war crimes, campaigners ask ‘how many more Palestinians will be slaughtered before Britain stops sending arms to Israel?’
Oxfam warns that 7,000 people are estimated to be killed or injured in Gaza by Israeli military during Parliament recess
