Chief Rabbi discussed ‘deep impact’ of Gaza war on the UK with …
WEBAug 15, 2024 · The Chief Rabbi has discussed the threats facing Israel and UK government policy towards the war in Gaza with Foreign Secretary David Lammy.
Chief Rabbi Criticises Labours Suspension Of Arms Sales To Israel ...
WEBSep 3, 2024 · The Chief Rabbi has condemned the government’s decision to suspend some arms sales to Israel amid a mounting backlash over the move. Sir Ephraim Mirvis said it “beggars belief” after foreign...
UK decision to suspend some arms for Israel frustrates both sides
WEBSep 3, 2024 · UK chief rabbi says move will embolden Israel's enemies. Critics say it is too limited.
Chief Rabbi asks for meeting with Starmer to discuss concern over ...
WEBJul 26, 2024 · Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis has written to Sir Keir Starmer expressing deep concern over the government’s apparent new tougher stance in relation to Israel, Jewish News understands.
UK to halt exports of some arms to Israel citing possible law …
WEBSep 3, 2024 · David Lammy, UK foreign secretary, told the House of Commons on Monday the British government was immediately blocking about 30 licences for a range of items, including components in military...
Chief Rabbi says UK pause of arms licences to Israel 'beggars …
WEBSep 2, 2024 · Foreign Secretary David Lammy told the House of Commons yesterday that 30 out of 350 licences will be put on pause following a review of the country’s compliance with international law.
Britain could soon have a new foreign secretary. What would that …
WEBJun 24, 2024 · Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy has deep ties to Britain’s Jewish community and has visited Israel several times, but that might not translate into stronger support for Israel if he becomes the U.K.’s top diplomat. …
UK chief rabbi and foreign secretary talk antisemitism and Gaza
WEBAug 16, 2024 · Sir Ephraim Mirvis, chief rabbi of the U.K., and Foreign Secretary David Lammy met on Thursday and discussed antisemitism in the U.K., the threats facing Israel and the new British government’s policy towards the war against Hamas in Gaza.
UK chief rabbi criticizes suspension of Israel arms licenses
WEBSep 3, 2024 · Britain's Foreign Minister David Lammy said Monday that the government had suspended 30 of 350 British arms export licenses with Israel due to a risk the equipment could be used to commit serious violations of international humanitarian law.
Where does Labour’s new Foreign Secretary David Lammy stand …
WEBJul 5, 2024 · Lammy has led calls for the proscription in the UK of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corp. His stance on Israel, though, has drawn criticism from pro-Palestine voices.