The UK sits on a long history, and it might feel a bit like a political maze. If you’re dipping your toe into the world of grown up politics, it might be a bit overwhelming getting to grips with things.
Here’s our very brief snippet of the history of the UK’s biggest political parties.
A statement from Kier Stamer on the Palestine/ Israel conflict:
The UK and partners must start work immediately to find a pathway to an enduring cessation of hostilities and a lasting political solution. We want to see the threat of Hamas removed, the end to illegal settlements and settler violence in the West Bank, and a plan for the reconstruction and renewal of Gaza.
Palestinians must be assured their future will not be like the past, that they and their children will be able to enjoy the security, opportunities and rights that we take for granted.
Source: https://labour.org.uk/
A statement from Rishi Sunak on the Palestine/ Israel conflict, dated 16th October 2023:
We called for the immediate release of all hostages.
And I say to them.
We stand with you.
We stand with Israel…
I have spoken specifically to President Sisi about supporting civilians to leave Gaza via the Rafah border crossing – which at present remains closed.
…
Hamas is using innocent Palestinian people as human shields – with the tragic loss of more than 2,600 Palestinian lives, including many children.
We mourn the loss of every innocent life – civilians of every faith, every nationality who has been killed.
I believe we must support, absolutely, Israel’s right to defend itself.
To go after Hamas, take back the hostages, deter further incursions, and strengthen its security for the long term.
But this must be done in line with international humanitarian law but also recognising that they face a vicious enemy that embeds itself behind civilians.
…
As a friend, we will continue to call on Israel to take every possible precaution to avoid harming civilians.
I repeat President Biden’s words – as democracies “we are stronger and more secure when we act according to the rule of law.”
Humanity. Law. Decency. Respect for human life.
That’s what sets us apart from the mindless violence of the terrorist.
We called for the immediate release of all hostages.
And I say to them.
We stand with you.
We stand with Israel…
I have spoken specifically to President Sisi about supporting civilians to leave Gaza via the Rafah border crossing – which at present remains closed.
…
Hamas is using innocent Palestinian people as human shields – with the tragic loss of more than 2,600 Palestinian lives, including many children.
We mourn the loss of every innocent life – civilians of every faith, every nationality who has been killed.
I believe we must support, absolutely, Israel’s right to defend itself.
To go after Hamas, take back the hostages, deter further incursions, and strengthen its security for the long term.
But this must be done in line with international humanitarian law but also recognising that they face a vicious enemy that embeds itself behind civilians.
…
As a friend, we will continue to call on Israel to take every possible precaution to avoid harming civilians.
I repeat President Biden’s words – as democracies “we are stronger and more secure when we act according to the rule of law.”
Humanity. Law. Decency. Respect for human life.
That’s what sets us apart from the mindless violence of the terrorist.
Source: Gov.uk
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