Starmer defends Israel arms withdrawal

Rishi Sunak brings up Labour’s decision to suspend the export of some arms to Israel and how it would help the release of hostages in Gaza. Keir Starmer said the decision was a “legal decision not a political decision” and said the UK needed to comply with international law. Mr Sunak asks Mr Starmer to reassure Israel that we are still allies. Mr Starmer responds that Israel has his support. Watch more on Independent TV: The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Subscribe: Find us on social: TikTok / @independent Instagram / X (Twitter) / Facebook / Download the iOS & Android app: Sign up to our newsletters: ht