Author: Mohammad Saleh

The Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO) faced a blockade by pro-Palestinian protesters demanding a policy change towards Israel’s war on Gaza. Organized by Workers for a Free Palestine, the demonstration aimed to pressure the new Labour government, emphasizing the public’s desire for a shift in policy. Arrests were made as protesters called for an end to UK arms exports to Israel and access to legal advice regarding compliance with international humanitarian law. Moe, a priest, expressed disappointment at civil servants entering the building despite the blockade but was pleased they witnessed the protest. Former shadow foreign secretary David Lammy…