A growing number of British MPs, peers, and civil society organizations are demanding the UK government impose a full arms embargo and sanctions on Israel due to its actions in Gaza and continued occupation of Palestinian territories.
Despite previous suspensions of some arms export licenses, critics argue these measures are insufficient and accuse the UK of complicity in alleged violations of international law. Public opinion is shifting, with recent polls showing a majority of Britons oppose supplying military components to Israel. Calls for government action have intensified on the anniversary of the International Court of Justice's ruling deeming Israel's occupation unlawful.
Humanitarian groups and politicians alike urge the UK to uphold its legal and moral responsibilities by ending arms sales and responding decisively to the ICJ's findings.
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