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Scottish Government Called Itself Israel’s ‘Critical Friend’

SCOTLAND, JUL 20 – The meeting deepened divisions within the SNP and triggered calls for resignation amid accusations of war crimes and an ICC arrest warrant against Israel's prime minister, officials said.

Summary by The Herald Scotland
Swinney administration sought talks with Israeli diplomats while condemning Gaza crisis. Leaked emails reveal internal planning and backlash.

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Scottish Government called itself Israel’s ‘critical friend’

Swinney administration sought talks with Israeli diplomats while condemning Gaza crisis. Leaked emails reveal internal planning and backlash.

·Scotland, United Kingdom
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The NationalThe National
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When ‘critical friends’ fall out: Angus Robertson's Israel meeting details revealed

We publish new information on the Scottish Government's relationship with Israel, revealing details of previously withheld internal emails, WhatsApp…

·Glasgow, United Kingdom
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The FerretThe Ferret

When ‘critical friends’ fall out: how the Scottish Government sleepwalked into a crisis over Israel meeting

A meeting between the Scottish Government and Israel’s deputy ambassador sparked protests and division. The Ferret reveals what ministers said behind closed doors

·Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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The National broke the news in Glasgow, United Kingdom on Sunday, July 20, 2025.
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