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Written question asked by Sorcha Eastwood (Alliance) on Wednesday, 7 May 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 12 May 2025. It was answered by Hamish Falconer (Labour) on Wednesday, 14 May 2025 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Israel: International Humanitarian Law

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, with reference to his Department's policy paper entitled Summary of the International Humanitarian Law (IHL) process, decision and the factors taken into account, published on 2 September 2024, and the Export Control Act 2002 and the Export Control Order 2008, if he will undertake a further review of whether Israel is complying with International Humanitarian Law.

Answer

Our International Humanitarian Law (IHL) assessments continue to assess Israel's compliance and commitment to IHL. Since the 2 September 2024 announcement, subsequent assessments continue to find possible breaches of IHL in the areas of humanitarian access and in the treatment of detainees. The suspension of export licences therefore remains in place.

We are appalled by civilian casualties in Gaza and urgently call for an immediate return to a ceasefire. All parties must re-engage with negotiations to get hostages out, surge aid, and secure a permanent end to this conflict.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
50665
Session
2024-26
Subjects
International humanitarian law Gaza Israel
Legislation
Export Control Act 2002
Export Control Order 2008
Link
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