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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics
Pippa Crerar Political editor

Andy Burnham apologises for Labour’s stance on Gaza and says it ‘didn’t get it right’

Andy Burnham in glasses, suit and white shirt looks toward the camera with a serious expression outdoors
Andy Burnham stopped short of describing what was happening on the ground in Gaza as genocide. Photograph: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

Andy Burnham has apologised for Labour’s initial response to Israel’s military action in Gaza, saying the party “didn’t get it right” and needs to “do better” under his leadership signalling a significant shift in the UK’s approach to the Middle East.

The prime minister-in-waiting told the Guardian he would put more pressure on the Israeli government, including through further sanctions on individuals and entities, as well as a potential ban on the trade of goods with illegal settlements.

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