Written Question·Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office·UIN 23789
Israel: International Law
Tabled: 25 April 2024
Answered: 3 May 2024
Question
Emma Hardy
Labour — Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice
To ask the Deputy Foreign Secretary, whether he has had recent discussions with his Israeli counterpart on the importance of upholding international law.
Answer
Sir Andrew MitchellWe have consistently called on all parties to the conflict to respect International Humanitarian Law and ensure the protection of civilians. The Foreign Secretary reiterated this during his visit to Israel on 17 April.