We are all appalled by the horrifying scenes of starvation and suffering in Gaza. Labour has set out plans to recognise a Palestinian state before the United Nations, as part of a wider process to find a lasting peace in Gaza.
Our plan builds on the concrete actions this Labour government has taken since the election, including:
Suspending arms export licenses that could be used in the conflict
Sanctioning far-right Israeli ministers and suspending trade negotiations
Providing nearly a quarter of a billion pounds of humanitarian support
Ongoing support for hostage families
A landmark agreement with the Palestinian Authority
Key talking points:
Labour’s immediate priority is to ensure that humanitarian aid and relief reaches those that need it most. The suffering in Gaza is appalling and unacceptable.
There must be a ceasefire. Israel must withdraw from Gaza and end its military campaign, and Hamas must release all the remaining hostages.
Our plan to recognise Palestine builds on concrete action this government has taken since the election in response to the conflict.
Labour have long been committed to recognising a state of Palestine. As our election manifesto said, Palestinian statehood is the inalienable right of the Palestinian people.
We are committed to recognising a Palestinian state as a contribution to a renewed peace process which results in a two-state solution, with a safe and secure Israel alongside a viable and sovereign Palestinian state.
