Decision on a ban of arms sales to Israel by the UK is looming as evidence of possible war crimes surface from the Gaza conflict. British Foreign Secretary David Lammy is urged by Labour Party MPs to halt arms exports, a move that might take several weeks as government officials review export licenses.
Last year, British arms exports to Israel were valued at £18.2 million, raising concerns over the role of Britain in producing F-35 fighter jets allegedly used in Gaza bombings. Human rights organizations are closely monitoring the situation.