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Starmer urged not to meet Israel’s president during UK visit
Labour MPs oppose Sir Keir Starmer meeting Israeli President Isaac Herzog amid Gaza crisis with over 64,000 Palestinian deaths, citing humanitarian concerns and political implications.
- Next week, Labour MPs are urging Sir Keir Starmer not to meet Isaac Herzog, President of Israel, who is expected in London on Wednesday and Thursday for talks with ministers.
- Since Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, more than 64,000 Palestinians have died, with 48 hostages remaining and 20 believed alive, Palestinian health officials report.
- Labour is split, with Clive Lewis and John McDonnell criticising Herzog's invitation while Emily Thornberry urged engagement during his visit next week.
- Downing Street declined to comment, noting visits are announced 'in the normal way' as Labour MPs warn a Herzog meeting could undermine the government's condemnation of Israel.
- Herzog's trip coincides with the UK preparing to set out its position at the UN General Assembly beginning on September 9, marking the first visit since the Prime Minister announced recognition plans tied to conditions including a ceasefire.
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Labour MPs are urging British Prime Minister Keir Strarmer not to meet Israeli President Yitzhak Herzog, who is due to visit Britain next week, citing concerns that a meeting between the two men would send the wrong signal about the island nation's stance on the war in Gaza.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog will travel to London next week on a controversially planned trip, amid an outcry from Labour MPs who have urged Keir Starmer not to meet the visiting delegation. Isaac Herzog’s visit is fraught with complications for ministers, as the British government is on the verge of recognising the state of Palestine at the UN General Assembly. And it will be the first time a senior Israeli leader has visited Britain since F…
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