Written question asked by Baroness Uddin (Non-affiliated) on Monday, 29 June 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 13 July 2026. It was answered by Baroness Chapman of Darlington (Labour) on Monday, 13 July 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
Israel Defense Forces: British Nationals Abroad
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the number of British citizens who have joined the Israel Defence Forces in their occupation of Gaza and conflict in Lebanon.
- Answer
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I refer the Noble Baroness to the answer provided in the House of Commons on 24 October 2024 in response to Question 9184, which - for ease of reference - is reproduced below:
"We are aware of reports of UK citizens travelling to fight for the Israel Defense Force (IDF), but the Government does not estimate the numbers of those who have done so. The UK recognises the right of British nationals with more than one nationality to serve in the legitimately recognised armed forces of their additional nationalities."
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- HL1457
- Session
- 2026-27
- Subjects
- Armed conflict British nationals abroad Lebanon Gaza Israel Israel Defense Forces
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- Yes
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- 2026-07-13 16:45:02 +0100
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