A group of lawmakers recently sent a joint letter to David Lammy, urging sanctions against Zionist leaders and the cessation of arms cooperation with Israel in response to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The letter, led by former Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn, highlighted the urgent need for action to alleviate the dire situation in Gaza.
The signatories of the letter, who contested independently in the parliamentary elections, are calling for the immediate suspension of arms sales to Israel, sanctions on those inciting genocide against Palestinians, and resumption of financial aid to UNRWA. They also demand the recognition of a Palestinian state, advocacy for a ceasefire at the UN Security Council, and the deployment of a peacekeeping force in Gaza.
The MPs emphasize the importance of the UK fulfilling its obligations under international law towards Gaza and urge for the prompt release of hostages and a sustainable ceasefire. Their letter reflects a growing dissatisfaction with the passive stance of the Labour Party regarding the Palestinian issue.
David Lammy, on his first visit to occupied Palestine as the British Foreign Secretary, expressed a commitment to establishing a ceasefire in Gaza and providing aid to Palestinians. The call for action in Gaza continues to intensify as lawmakers push for accountability and relief for the people of Gaza.