In a bold move, the UK halts key arms exports to Israel, citing risks of violating international law in the Gaza conflict. What does this mean for the future of British-Israeli relations? Watch now for the latest updates.
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00:00In a major move, the UK government has just announced the suspension of 30 arms export
00:05licenses to Israel. This decision, spearheaded by Foreign Secretary David Lamey, targets
00:11parts for fighter jets, helicopters, and drones, items that could be used in the ongoing Gaza
00:16conflict. Lamey emphasized this isn't an arms embargo, but rather a critical step taken
00:21due to the clear risk that these exports might be used in serious violations of international
00:26humanitarian law. He made it clear this is about preventing potential future harm, not
00:31judging past actions. While the UK continues to support Israel's right to self-defense,
00:36this partial suspension reflects growing concerns over British arms being used in the Gaza war.
00:42The Labour government, which took office in July, launched an immediate review of these
00:46exports, leading to today's decision. Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds reinforced this
00:51stance, saying that only licenses directly linked to military operations in Gaza are
00:55being suspended, making it a targeted, not blanket, ban.
00:59With calls for a ceasefire growing louder, the UK's actions signal a serious commitment
01:03to international humanitarian law. But with tensions high, only time will tell how this
01:08decision will impact the ongoing conflict.