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Written question asked by Baroness Tonge (Non-affiliated) on Monday, 11 January 2021, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 25 January 2021. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Monday, 25 January 2021 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Gaza: Borders

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of reports that the Israel Defence Force fire machine guns in the border areas of the Gaza Strip when there is low visibility due to fog in order to deter any attempt by those wishing to infiltrate the Occupied Palestinian Territories.

Answer

We are deeply concerned by the situation in Gaza. The UK has repeatedly made clear to Israel our longstanding concerns about the manner in which the Israel Defence Forces police the border areas, including use of live ammunition. We will continue to do so.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL12019
Session
2019-21
Subjects
Armed forces Borders Israel Gaza
Link
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