Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Louise Sandher-Jones and Neil Duncan-Jordan

Monday 6th July 2026 Commons Chamber

[Neil Duncan-Jordan (Poole) (Lab)]

It is nearly two years since the International Court of Justice ruled that Israel’s presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territories is unlawful. Does the Minister believe that it is morally or legally justifiable for British bases to continue to be used to transfer weapons to Israel as part of this ongoing conflict?

[Louise Sandher-Jones]

I hope that my hon. Friend heard my previous answer, in which I expressed my deep sadness over the innocent victims of war. To confirm, we have already suspended licences for Israel where the items might be used in military operations in Gaza, noting the F-35 components going to the global programme. Licences are kept under continuous review.