Written question asked by Baroness Deech (Crossbench) on Monday, 24 November 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 8 December 2025. It was answered by Baroness Chapman of Darlington (Labour) on Friday, 19 December 2025 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
Palestine: War Crimes
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of reports alleging torture and unlawful killing of civilians by Hamas in Palestine following the October ceasefire; and what representations they have made to the Palestinian Authority about compliance with international law, including the United Nations Convention Against Torture.
- Answer
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The UK is concerned by reports of torture and unlawful killings of civilians in Gaza following the ceasefire. We condemn all such acts, and reiterate that international humanitarian law must be upheld by all parties. We urge full compliance with the United Nations Convention Against Torture. Protecting civilians is essential, and we support all efforts to uphold their fundamental rights.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- HL12237
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Armed conflict International law Palestine Hamas War crimes UN Convention against Torture
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