UK Armed Forces in Middle East Debate

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Department: Ministry of Defence

UK Armed Forces in Middle East

Rachael Maskell Excerpts
Monday 29th April 2024

(2 weeks, 2 days ago)

Commons Chamber
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Leo Docherty Portrait Leo Docherty
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I agree entirely with my right hon. Friend’s analysis and his comments about Hamas. Other than that, of course I will not comment on speculation in the media.

Rachael Maskell Portrait Rachael Maskell (York Central) (Lab/Co-op)
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What discussions has the Minister had regarding UN security forces accompanying trucks to enable them to move into Gaza in the light of the impediments they are facing, and also rebuilding infrastructure so that trucks can travel across the country to deliver crucial medical and other humanitarian aid?

Leo Docherty Portrait Leo Docherty
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A great deal of energy from Ministers and officials is going into the ongoing discussion about how to operationalise the greater flow rate of humanitarian aid going into Gaza, so the hon. Lady asks a relevant question.