Starmer defends UK's arms export suspension to Israel

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended the government's partial suspension of arms exports to Israel, citing legal concerns over potential humanitarian law violations. The suspension affects 30 of 350 licenses, including items used in the Gaza conflict. Starmer emphasized that this decision does not alter UK support for Israel's self-defense. The move has drawn criticism from Israel, with Prime Minister Netanyahu calling it "shameful."


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