Summary
A pro-Palestine activist interrupted a speech by the UK's Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, during the Labour Party conference to protest the UK's arms dealings with Israel. The activist and the Palestinian Youth Movement criticized Britain's role in Israel's actions in Gaza and called for a complete arms embargo on Israel. The UK has recently recognized Palestinian statehood, but some argue this has not helped those affected by the conflict.
Key Facts
- An activist interrupted UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves during a Labour Party speech, protesting arms sales to Israel.
- The activist held a Palestinian flag and questioned why Britain continues to arm Israel.
- The Palestinian Youth Movement called for a full arms embargo on Israel and an end to British intelligence support.
- Recently, the UK officially recognized Palestinian statehood, a move occurring 108 years after the Balfour Declaration.
- Palestinian officials welcomed the recognition, but it has not changed the situation on the ground in Gaza.
- The Gaza Ministry of Health reported high casualties and injuries from Israeli military actions in Gaza.
- Protests against the UK's support for Israel have frequently occurred in the UK, some met with strong police responses.
