Lammy ‘begged’ to ‘save children’s lives’ in Gaza as MPs call for tougher action David Lammy announced new measures against Israel but Labour and Tory backbenchers urged him to go further. Evening Standard · May 20, 2025
UK suspends trade talks with Israel and sanctions West Bank settlers UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy announced on Tuesday the suspension of free trade negotiations with Israel and new sanctions on West Bank settlements. Euronews · May 20, 2025
UK government suspends free trade talks with Israel over Gaza war The EU has also voted to review its trade agreement with Israel due to the “catastrophic” situation in Gaza. Al Jazeera · May 20, 2025
UK ramps up pressure on Israel over actions in Gaza and West Bank Foreign Secretary David Lammy set out a series of measures in a Commons statement. Evening Standard · May 20, 2025
All the brands to have boycotted Israel and their reasons behind it Activists have urged big brands to boycott Israeli-sourced items to show solidarity with Palestine. Evening Standard · May 20, 2025
U.K. suspends free trade talks with Israel and announces sanctions over West Bank settlers The British government says it is suspending free trade negotiations with Israel and has leveled new sanctions targeting West Bank settlements as it criticizes Israel’s military actions in Gaza The Independent UK · May 20, 2025
Israel to allow dozens of aid trucks into Gaza each day, government says The Israeli government enabled UN aid trucks to enter the Strip on Tuesday amid international pressure over a blockade that has been in place since March. Euronews · May 20, 2025
Britain sanctions Israel and halts trade talks over ‘intolerable’ Gaza crisis David Lammy condemns ‘monstrous’ actions in Gaza – but MPs from all parties demand an end to arms sales as doctors beg for international help The Independent UK · May 20, 2025
Israel-Gaza latest: Netanyahu says all of Gaza will be under Israeli control ‘in the end’ UN says it has been unable to distribute food to Gaza despite Israel lifting an 11-week blockade The Independent UK · May 20, 2025
Watch: Starmer condemns Israel’s ‘utterly intolerable’ actions in Gaza Sir Keir Starmer has described the “level of suffering” in Gaza as “utterly intolerable”. The Independent UK · May 20, 2025
Gaza before and after: Google Earth updates its images which reveals devastation Google Earth has updated its images of Gaza to as recently as December 2024. These images show the devastation the war has had in the territory Evening Standard · May 20, 2025
Israel is letting a trickle of aid into Gaza for the first time in 2 1/2 months. Here's what to know Israel has begun allowing a trickle of food and medicine into the Gaza Strip after sealing the territory’s 2 million Palestinians off from all imports for more than 2 1/2 months The Independent UK · May 20, 2025
Microsoft employee shouts over Satya Nadella’s keynote to protest 'Israel’s war crimes powered by Azure' The protest was part of a larger campaign by a group called "No Azure for Apartheid," which includes current and former Microsoft workers. Fortune · May 20, 2025
What can the UK actually do if Israel is sanctioned over Gaza bombardment? Keir Starmer faces calls to impose restrictions on everything from sales of fighter-jet parts to bans from international music events The Independent UK · May 20, 2025
The Independent UK · May 20, 2025 Netanyahu is turning Israel into a global pariah – the world has finally run out of patience ANALYSIS: The joint statement by the UK, France and Canada – combined with UK sanctions and suspension of trade talks – shows the international community has finally run out of patience with Israel, writes chief international correspondent Bel Trew
The Guardian - UK · May 20, 2025 First Thing: UN says 14,000 babies could die in Gaza in next 48 hours under Israeli aid blockade UK, France and Canada warn Israel of action if ‘egregious’ conduct in Gaza continues. Plus, Trump and Putin discuss Ukraine
International Business Times · May 20, 2025 Gazan Twins In Cannes Warn 'Nothing Left' Of Homeland Twin Gazan filmmakers Arab and Tarzan Nasser said they never thought the title of their new film "Once Upon A Time In Gaza" would have such heartbreaking resonance.
Euronews · May 20, 2025 First aid trucks enter Gaza as allies warn Israel of sanctions Aid trucks were seen on Tuesday at the Kerem Shalom crossing, as Israel allowed limited humanitarian supplies into Gaza after months of total blockade.
Al Jazeera · May 20, 2025 UK, France, Canada threaten ‘concrete actions’ against Israel over Gaza Husam Zumlot, Palestine’s ambassador to UK, urges arms embargo and support in holding ‘war criminals’ accountable.
The Independent UK · May 20, 2025 UN warns 14,000 babies could die within 48 hours under Israel siege of Gaza Humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher said the five aid trucks allowed into the strip on Monday were a “drop in the ocean” amid international condemnation of Israel
International Business Times · May 20, 2025 Cannes Film Shines Light On Secret Life Of Migrant Maids Or Sinai didn't have to go far to find the subject of her acclaimed debut film about the secret lives of the millions of women who support their families back home by being domestic workers abroad.
The Independent UK · May 20, 2025 Israeli MP hits out at own country for ‘killing babies as a hobby’ The criticism comes after Israeli strikes reportedly killed at least 60 people overnight
AAP · May 20, 2025 Australia accuses Israel of politicising aid in Gaza Penny Wong has joined a host of foreign ministers calling on Israel to allow full humanitarian aid including food and medicine into the besieged Gaza Strip.
Radio France Internationale · May 20, 2025 France 'determined' to recognise Palestinian state France is "determined" to recognise a Palestinian state, its foreign minister said on Tuesday, condemning Israel for the "indefensible" situation in Gaza created by its military campaign and humanitarian blockade.
The Guardian - AU · May 20, 2025 EU to review trade relations with Israel over ‘untenable’ situation in Gaza, says top diplomat – as it happened Kaja Kallas says ‘strong majority’ of EU foreign ministers backs move to pressure Israel after UK suspends trade talks