UK Sparks Diplomatic Row by Halting Some Arms Licenses to Israel
- Ministers concerned about potential for violations in Gaza war
- Israeli premier calls British government decision ‘shameful’
A man takes cover behind a column during an Israeli strike on the outskirts of Gaza City, on Sept. 1.
Photographer: Omar Al-Qattaa/AFP/Getty Images
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government drew criticism from Israel and the UK’s Chief Rabbi over its decision to suspend some arms licenses due to concerns the use of British components in Gaza risks violating international humanitarian law.