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The Council for Arab British Understanding works to advance Arab-British relations through its support for international law, human rights and democracy.
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UK must lead international response to the Israeli invasion of Rafah and impose full arms embargo on Israel
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Over 115 UK Parliamentarians demand Rishi Sunak and UK Government support a ceasefire in Gaza, and an end to the horrific killings.
#ceasefirenow
@RishiSunak
@David_Cameron
@tariqahmadbt
@Keir_Starmer
@DavidLammy
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If pro-democracy activist & British-Egyptian citizen Alaa Abd el-Fattah is not released & consular access not granted, there should be "serious diplomatic consequences" for Egypt says
@DavidLammy
.
#SaveAlaa
@FreedomForAlaa
#COP27
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127 British politicians demand UK impose sanctions on Israel in the event of annexation of occupied Palestinian territory
See the Guardian's coverage of the letter from former Cabinet members, ministers, diplomats, MPs & Peers.
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A YouGov poll commissioned by
@MedicalAidPal
@Caabu
has shown that the majority of British people think there should be an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and would support the UK ending its arms sales to Israel for the duration of the conflict in Gaza.
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British Parliamentarians demand that Israel must not use starvation as a weapon of war against Palestinians as Gaza faces famine.
See the letter to Foreign Secretary
@David_Cameron
currently signed by 115 MPs and Peers:
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A
@YouGov
poll commissioned by
@MedicalAidPal
&
@caabu
highlights overwhelming level of public support for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza - 71% of the British public believe there definitely (48%) or probably (23%) should be an immediate ceasefire
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UK must take action to stop Israeli war crimes in occupied East Jerusalem
#SaveSheikhJarrah
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There is nowhere left for Gazans to go.
An assault on Rafah will risk civilian casualties for 1.3 million people seeking shelter.
@RishiSunak
must act to stop the Israeli offensive, end all military support for Israel, and call for an immediate ceasefire.
#RafahUnderAttack
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Grateful that Lord John Hendy KC and
@DrRosena
have added their names in support of this letter calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.
#ceasefirenow
Over 115 UK Parliamentarians demand Rishi Sunak and UK Government support a ceasefire in Gaza, and an end to the horrific killings.
#ceasefirenow
@RishiSunak
@David_Cameron
@tariqahmadbt
@Keir_Starmer
@DavidLammy
132
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1K
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British MPs spoke in an Urgent Question on Israel-Palestine today. It was secured by
@LaylaMoran
. We've collated some of the speeches made.
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British MPs outraged over the killing of and desecration of Palestinian journalist, Shireen Abu Akleh's funeral.
Watch some of their contributions here:
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Please support
@Caabu
– we need your help more than ever to continue our advocacy for Palestinian rights, an immediate ceasefire, full humanitarian access to Gaza and proper accountability via the ICC & ICC; pushing for full UK arms embargo on Israel
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Joint
@MedicalAidPal
-
@Caabu
Press Release: 84% of British public says that ICC arrest warrants must be respected
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European Parliamentarians (inc from the UK) urge action on Israeli Government over attacks on Palestinian civil society, forced dispossession and illegal settlements.
See their letter to various European Foreign Ministers, inc
@trussliz
@JosepBorrellF
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We're hiring an Education and Scholarships Officer (1 year) Shared role, between Caabu (Council for Arab-British Understanding) and The Amjad & Suha Bseisu Foundation.
This is a great opportunity to come and join the Caabu team .
More details here:
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‘
@CrispinBlunt
challenges Prime Minister
@BorisJohnson
on illegal Israeli annexation of occupied Palestinian territory, “a grave breach of international law.”
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56 UK Parliamentarians have written to
@David_Cameron
and
@JamesCleverly
, calling for the UK Government to ban violent Israeli settlers who commit or incite crimes of violence and intimidation against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.
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62 NGOs (including
@Caabu
) urge MPs to support the motion for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza
#ceasefirenow
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Letter from 133 UK parliamentarians rejecting US ‘peace plan’, calling for action against Israeli annexation.
UK needs to work with other countries to “demonstrate that serious breaches of international law result in serious consequences.”
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UK charities ask: Is the UK government abandoning the Palestinian people?
Caabu & other UK humanitarian, development, human rights & faith orgs call for UK government to act on Israel's planned annexation & demonstrate it hasn't abandoned Palestinians
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90 Parliamentarians express grave concern about Trump’s Jerusalem decision, call for UK leadership in pursuing peace and for the recognition of the State of Palestine
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Over 60 UK Parliamentarians call for UK Foreign Secretary
@JamesCleverly
to secure the release of Alaa Abd el-Fattah, the British-Egyptian pro-democracy activist and writer, unlawfully imprisoned in Egypt for 9 years.
#FreeAlaa
@FreedomForAlaa
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We’re grateful to
@BBCNews
for responding quickly to our complaint about falsely stating Bethlehem is in Israel & have been informed that the relevant teams have been spoken to & a note sent to all editorial staff.
We hope that such inaccuracies and falsehoods aren’t repeated.
Come on
@BBCNews
, isn’t it about time that you stopped referring to Palestinian cities such as Bethlehem as being “in Israel”? It isn’t.
Palestinians across the West Bank inc in Bethlehem are occupied by Israel and live under brutal Israeli military occupation.
@samanthaTVnews
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370 European Parliamentarians call for an end to forced dispossession of Palestinians, referencing inequality and apartheid.
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Caabu has held three important parliamentary briefings on Palestine over the past two weeks, inc with the Palestinian Ambassador
@hzomlot
, on reporting from Gaza with journalist & filmmaker
@YousefHammash
& a launch of a briefing of a 100 day plan for the new government on Gaza.
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The UK must support Palestinian civil society under attack. Various UK charities urge the UK to take immediate action to support Palestinian civil society under attack and take action for prevent further escalation repression and attacks.
#StandWithThe6
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Israeli Government’s attacks on six Palestinian civil society groups must be resisted.
Caabu among 16 UK-based organisations condemning the Israeli Government’s shocking decision to declare six Palestinian civil society groups as ‘terrorist organisations’
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Senior Conservative politician
@CrispinBlunt
calls for British government to make clear its position on annexation of occupied Palestinian territory & trade with Israel.
UK cannot stand idly by knowing that international law is planned to be broken.
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Amongst those who voted for the Conservative Party in 2019, the poll found that 40% are in favour of the UK suspending arms sales to Israel, while just 24% opposed. Amongst those who voted for Labour, 74% are in favour of the UK suspending arms sales, compared to 7% who oppose.
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Over 100 UK Parliamentarians lay out practical steps Foreign Office can take to help free imprisoned British-Egyptian writer, Alaa Abd el-Fattah
#freealaa
@FreedomForAlaa
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Caabu condemns the Israeli onslaught against Palestinian civil society, an outrageous attempt to silence criticism of its systematic violations of international law. The international community must send a firm response that such behaviour cannot be tolerated....
UN Human Rights Office in the OPT : Counter-terrorism legislation must not be used to constrain legitimate human rights and humanitarian work.
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Gaza women with cancer refused permits by Israel for life saving treatment: Parliamentarians raise their plight with Foreign Secretary
@Jeremy_Hunt
. Letter sent by
@Caabu
board member
@paulasherriff
with UK parliamentarians who have been on delegations
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The UK must demand that Israel immediately stops its offensive into Rafah and call for a ceasefire now
Letter to the Prime Minister
@RishiSunak
from the Humanitarian and Human Rights Sector, including
@Caabu
#RafahUnderAttack
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I'm learning Arabic to be a better MP for Syrian refugees and other refugees from the Middle East, says
@ThangamMP
, Chair of
@APPGRefugees
in debate in Parliament on Refugee Family Reunion, secured by
@AngusMacNeilSNP
#RefugeeWeek
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This latest poll, (see attached file) conducted after six months of intensifying humanitarian crisis in Gaza, found that 55% of people support the UK ending the sale of arms to Israel for the duration of the conflict in Gaza. Only 13% want to see the continuation of arms sales.
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The UK Government must do more to prevent more death, destruction and degradation in Gaza.
Caabu join organisations in demanding action of the UK Government and MPs.
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From
@caabu
@MedicalAidPal
@YouGov
poll released today - how British public overwhelming wants to see immediate ceasefire in Gaza -
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Low public approval for both the UK Government and Labour opposition’s handling of the Gaza crisis was also found. Only 18% of people polled approve of the UK Government's response, while even fewer, just 12%, approve of the response from Labour.
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Israeli attacks on Palestinian schools in Gaza have to stop. Today, Israeli strikes on Al-Taba'een school killed nearly 100 people. Israeli forces have hit at least one school per day over the last week, each one hosting huge numbers of civilians.
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The Time is Right to Recognise Palestine: Letter to the Times from a cross-party group of Parliamentarians ahead of the UK's final EU foreign affairs council. Signatories include
@Caabu
chair
@DavidJonesMP
& board member
@amcarmichaelMP
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Join
@Caabu
and
@dianadarke
for this online book launch on Tuesday 4 October at 6pm (UK time BST), where she will be discussing her new book, The Ottomans: A Cultural Legacy.
More details and sign up here:
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UK government must stop crackdown on freedom of expression, warn 46 NGOs including Caabu.
It is the responsibility of any government to ensure that all people can fully exercise their rights
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Join us at
@Caabu
for this panel discussion on the current & future status of the Palestinian struggle for freedom & justice with
@TareqBaconi
,
@MarwanMuasher
&
@sarahleah1
, chaired by
@janinedigi
on Thurs 3 June 6pm (UK).
More information & sign up here:
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For years, Palestinians have lived under a multilayered system that watches & controls their lives! What are the mechanisms, & how does it affect Palestinians’ day-to-day life?
Check out this post and share it to spread the word!
#LifeUnderSurveillance
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Please support Caabu's work today by becoming a member
Or through a donation:
You can catch up on many of our recent online events here:
We rely on the generous support of members, supporters & friends!
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The poll further found that 73% of people support an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, including 67% of those who voted Conservative in 2019 and 86% amongst Labour. Only 8% believe that there should not be one.
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The UK needs to do much more in terms of sanctioning illegal Israeli settlers and settler groups.
As this shows, the UK is behind the US and the EU on individuals and organisations responsible for violent attacks on Palestinians, theft of Palestinian land.
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UK politicians demand Foreign Secretary
@JamesCleverly
introduces consequences for new Israeli government's annexationist policies.
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'
@Dr_PhilippaW
raises Gaza cancer patients and access to Gaza with
@AlistairBurtUK
following Israel denying her access together with two other doctors on
@MedicalAidPal
project. Burt praises the work she does on this issue.
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Watch Caabu's online panel discussion on what future for Libya's political roadmap.
We were delighted that
@AsmaKhalifaLY
,
@el_khawaga
and
@Tmegrisi
were able to join us for this event.
Watch the full discussion here:
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Foreign Secretary
@JamesCleverly
states to Parliamentarians that UK has not engaged Itamar Ben Gvir in role as National Security Minister & has no plans to do so. He reaffirms long standing UK position that all Israeli settlements inc outposts are illegal
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It’s time the UK government takes action to stop Israeli war crimes.
Read this from
@Caabu
patron
@SayeedaWarsi
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Various UK parliamentarians have criticised the UK government's abstention on a vote on Jerusalem at the UN.
This includes
@Caabu
chair
@DavidJonesMP
, board member
@amcarmichaelmp
& co-chairs of
@PalestineAPPG
,
@JulieElliottMP
&
@SayeedaWarsi
.
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Only 9% of people approved of the Labour Party’s handling of the conflict (2% strongly, 7% somewhat), versus 30% disapproving (14% strongly and 16% somewhat). Neither party currently supports an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
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We've produced a briefing on Israel’s illegal Annexation of Occupied Palestinian Territory - which also includes a link to other resources and reports of relevance
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Caabu's Chair
@DavidJonesMP
urges the Prime Minister to respect and support the independence of the ICC, in response to Boris Johnson's views on the ICC decision to initiate an investigation into possible war crimes in Palestine. See his letter:
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Stop the demolition of Khan al Ahmar: UK politicians urge
@foreignoffice
&
@DFID_UK
Minister,
@AlistairBurtUK
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138 European Parliamentarians urge EU action on Israeli settlement plans in E1 and forced dispossession of Palestinians in Masafer Yatta
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The failure of UK government & others to take serious action against Israeli settlements over decades has led to a massive surge in settlement expansion which effectively amounts to annexation.
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108 British Parliamentarians demand British Prime Minister
@BorisJohnson
act robustly to any Israeli annexation of Occupied Palestinian Territory. Signatories include
@Caabu
board members
@DavidJonesMP
,
@paulasherriff
&
@amcarmichaelMP
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MPs press for sanctions against Israel over West Bank annexations.
Coverage of the letter in The Guardian from
@patrickwintour
.
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Calling all teachers!
Whether you're looking to explore current events, delve into Arabic language and culture, or address stereotypes and misconceptions, we are here to support you.
Contact Caabu’s Education Officer, Felicity Garvey felicity
@caabu
.org
#teachers
#education
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Ways to help Lebanon after the blast in Beirut.
We've collated various fundraisers, initiatives, and listed charities and NGOs you can support.
Please do let us know if there are any others which should be added.
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Charities urge UK government to uphold principles of international law and justice in face of US so-called ‘Deal of the Century’
#Palestine
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Key steps the UK Government must take in its first 100 days to address the catastrophe in Gaza, in light of potential genocide.
See these key steps outlined by 20 UK charities humanitarian, development, human rights and faith-based
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In occupied Hebron, surveillance technologies deepen Palestinians' feeling of curtailment with the presence of CCTV cameras, drones, and remote-operated weaponry.
Check out this post to know more.
#LifeUnderSurveillance
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Press release UK has to condemn Israeli plan for forcible transfer of 1.1 million Palestinians
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British Parliamentarians criticise UK abstention on Jerusalem at the UN
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This finding reinforces the results of previous YouGov polls in March and April, and shows durable support for a suspension of arms sales after the recent escalation between Israel and Iran.
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Our next event on Thursday 28 May at 3pm UK time (BST) is on the challenges & successes for Arab women reporting from the Arab world with
@ZahraHankir
,
@janearraf
&
@emanhelal9
. Sign up for it here:
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UK must take action against Israel after ICJ ruling of plausible genocide and provisional measures
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UK Government affirms its position that Israel's annexation plans of occupied Palestinian territory is contrary to international law.
@JamesCleverly
's response to Caabu Chair
@DavidJonesMP
's letter to
@DominicRaab
.
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The following people and organisations are just some of the many who have called for a ceasefire in Gaza - long thread
#CeasefireNOW
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We're asking all our friends to write to MPs urging them to recognise
#Palestine
on Monday
http://t.co/BMYfP7cDcG
http://t.co/xE33gnyZWy
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Forcible Transfer is a War Crime: 25 UK Parliamentarians join over 300 public figures in condemning Israel's plans to demolish and forcibly transfer Khan al Ahmar
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Caabu director
@Doylech
wins
@ArabianBusiness
Special Achievement Award
Congrats to
@Zaytoun_CIC
supporting Palestinian farmers & Razan Alsous who founded
@YorkshireCheese
after arriving in Yorkshire as a refugee from Syria.
@afneil
presented the awards
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PM
@BorisJohnson
's response to 149 British politicians fails to show how Britain will tackle an illegal Israeli annexation of occupied Palestinian territory.
Time is running out for a clear principled British position.
His response to
@CrispinBlunt
.
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UK parliamentarians demand government takes action against the forcible evictions of Palestinians, & demolitions of their homes, in letter to
@David_Cameron
. All visited Silwan & Sheikh Jarrah in occupied East Jerusalem on
@Caabu
delegations.
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Watch
@btselem
's director
@HagaiElAd
& Palestinian lawyer
@dianabuttu
of
@AlShabaka
at
@Caabu
&
@PSCupdates
' briefing on apartheid and the realities for Palestinians living under Israeli occupation
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We've created a list of urgent appeals you can support to help vulnerable communities across the Middle East & elsewhere against Coronavirus - not least in Syria, Palestine, Iraq, Lebanon & Yemen.
Let us know if there are others that should be added
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Caabu patron
@SayeedaWarsi
condemns UK government failure to uphold its own policy on Palestine.
Watch her speech in full here:
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The Prime Minister is undermining the independence of the ICC, say Caabu and other charities and human rights groups.
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Join us at
@Caabu
&
@PSCupdates
for this event with
@dianabuttu
of
@AlShabaka
&
@HagaiElAd
of
@btselem
on Monday 22 March 6:30pm UK time: This is Apartheid. On the realities of life under occupation for Palestinians. More details & sign up here:
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100 UK Parliamentarians call on Israel's ambassador
@MarkRegev
to stop demolition and forcible transfer of Palestinian Bedouin community of Khan al Ahmar
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Huge support for Parliamentary motion on Palestinian child detainees - so far, 122 British MPs have signed EDM on the military detention of Palestinian child detainees by Israel
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MPs
@HollyLynch5
@JulieElliottMP
@CPJElmore
@LilianGreenwood
&
@GrahamJones_MP
urge Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt to intervene on
@Airbnb
decision to continue listing in illegal Israeli settlements
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Britain
@PalestineAPPG
online briefing on the severe escalation in torture of Palestinians with Nareman Shehadeh-Zoabi of
@AdalahEnglish
, Sahar Francis of
@Addameer
&
@neilsai
of
@WarOnWant
, chaired by
@TommySheppard
&
@josephwillits
of
@Caabu
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We're sending out more notices about events we're hosting online. Make sure you're signed up to our mailing list to hear about them
Some discussions will be for Caabu members - sign up to be part of them & support our work too
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UK organisations urge UK Gov to challenge annexation, US ‘Peace Plan’ Major risk that so-called ‘peace plan’ will lead to formal annexation of Palestinian land, perpetual Israeli occupation & negation of Palestinians’ collective right to self-determination
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Over 70 UK Parliamentarians call for UK action to stop Israeli plans to forcibly evict Palestinians in Masafer Yatta. The forcible transfer of protected persons in occupied territory constitutes a war crime.
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Caabu and the
@BalfourProject
were delighted to host a parliamentary reception in Westminster with many of our supporters and friends, highlighting our important and vital work on Palestine.
Wonderful to hear from
@UNLazzarini
,
@AnnaMcMorrin
&
@hzomlot
, chaired by
@DavidJonesMP
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‘
@PalestineAPPG
briefing on COVID-19, vaccines & deepening inequalities in occupied Palestinian territory with
@WhateverInGaza
of
@OxfamOPTI
,
@rohantalbot
of
@MedicalAidPal
,
@eitandi
of
@DiakoniaSverige
& Dr Ben Bouquet of
@WHOoPt
, chaired by
@Dr_PhilippaW
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Perfect opportunity for
@FCDOGovUK
to speak out about the 2.3 million Palestinian civilians in Gaza who are being denied, deliberately, adequate food, water, medicines and fuel. Starvation should never be used as a weapon of war.
Tomorrow, the UK is co-hosting the Global Food Security Summit along with Somalia and the UAE, with support from
@gatesfoundation
and
@CIFFchild
.
The summit will boost efforts to prevent famine, build more resilient food systems and save lives.
#GFSS23
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There will be an Urgent Question on Yemen at 12:30, put down by Shadow Foreign Secretary
@EmilyThornberry
. You will be able to watch it live here:
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