Chief Rabbi Criticizes UK Arms Export Suspension to Israel

Britain's chief rabbi, Ephraim Mirvis, denounced the government's decision to suspend some arms export licenses to Israel shortly after six Israeli hostages were killed in Gaza. He argued that this move unjustly questions Israel's adherence to international humanitarian law and may embolden mutual adversaries, rather than aid the region's stability.

Britain's chief rabbi, Ephraim Mirvis, strongly criticized the government's decision to suspend some arms export licenses to Israel, describing it as unbelievable.

This suspension came just days after the tragic killing of six Israeli hostages in Gaza. Mirvis argued that the action unjustly implies Israel's breach of international humanitarian law and could encourage shared enemies.

Foreign Minister David Lammy announced the suspension of 30 out of 350 export licenses, citing potential misuse that could lead to serious violations of humanitarian laws.

(With inputs from agencies.)