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300 Celebrities Urge UK to Halt Arms to Israel

5/29/2025

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In a powerful open letter, over 300 prominent figures, including Benedict Cumberbatch and Dua Lipa, implored UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to halt arms sales to Israel and facilitate humanitarian access to Gaza. They emphasize the urgent plight of children caught in the turmoil, demanding swift action to alleviate the escalating humanitarian crisis.

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In a powerful open letter, over 300 prominent figures, including Benedict Cumberbatch and Dua Lipa, implored UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to halt arms sales to Israel and facilitate humanitarian access to Gaza. They emphasize the urgent plight of children caught in the turmoil, demanding swift action to alleviate the escalating humanitarian crisis.