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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics
Eleni Courea and Josh Halliday

British MPs fearful of violent attacks as tensions over Gaza war increase threats

Protesters demanding a Gaza ceasefire in Westminster
Protesters gathered in Westminster as the House of Commons debated a Gaza ceasefire on Wednesday, but a procedural row concerning the speaker has added to tensions. Photograph: Tolga Akmen/EPA

MPs have spoken about the lengths they are going to to keep safe amid heightened tensions over the war in the Middle East.

Some Labour MPs who have been vocal on Israel and Palestine said they were fearful there could be a violent attack on a politician.

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