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Written question asked by Nadia Whittome (Labour) on Thursday, 21 July 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 6 September 2022 (named day). It was answered by Amanda Milling (Conservative) on Tuesday, 6 September 2022 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Israel: Palestinians

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent representations officials in her Department have made to the Israeli Government on reports of destruction of homes and farms in Masafer Yatta.

Answer

We are aware of the decision by the Israeli Supreme Court on the Masafer Yatta eviction case and are monitoring the situation closely. The UK is clear that in all but the most exceptional of circumstances, demolitions and evictions are contrary to International Humanitarian Law.

I met with Palestinian families affected by the ongoing demolition and eviction orders at Masafer Yatta during my recent visit to the Occupied Palestinian Territories and raised our concerns with Israeli Deputy Foreign Minister Roll on 22 June.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
42316
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Evictions Israel Palestine
Link
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