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Written question asked by Stephen Morgan (Labour) on Tuesday, 21 May 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 23 May 2024. It was answered by Andrew Mitchell (Conservative) on Friday, 24 May 2024 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Gaza: Israel

Question

To ask the Deputy Foreign Secretary, whether he is taking steps to investigate reports of Israeli air strikes on refugee camps in Gaza.

Answer

We are aware of these reports. We continue to call for International Humanitarian Law to be respected and civilians to be protected.

The UK Government continues to have significant concerns over humanitarian access and protection of civilians in Gaza. The Foreign Secretary reiterated this during his visit to Israel on 17 April.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
27508
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Armed conflict Israel Palestine Gaza Migrant camps
Link
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