Written question asked by Andy Slaughter (Labour) on Tuesday, 6 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 12 January 2026 (named day). It was answered by Al Carns (Labour) on Monday, 12 January 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Gaza: Peacekeeping Operations
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assurances the UK has received from the US authorities that UK personnel at the Civil Military Co-ordination Centre will not be assisting or participating in actions that could breach International Law or International Humanitarian Law.
- Answer
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The Civil Military Co-ordination Centre (CMCC) is a US-led body supporting the humanitarian response to Gaza and delivery of the 20-point plan. The UK team engage routinely with their US and other international counterparts to understand and monitor the work of the CMCC and can raise concerns if required. UK personnel are briefed on their responsibilities under International Law and International Humanitarian Law.
The UK is fully committed to upholding our responsibilities under domestic and international law and we act at all times in a manner consistent with our legal obligations.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 103213
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Armed forces International law Peacekeeping operations Gaza Israel
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- 2026-01-12 13:15:31 +0000
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