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UK Court Backs Military Exports to Israel Amid Gaza Violence

7/3/2025

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The UK High Court has backed the government's choice to keep exporting military gear to Israel, including parts for F-35 jets, despite objections from the Palestinian group Al-Haq. The ruling emphasizes that international relations fall under executive authority, but critics warn this could implicate the UK in potential breaches of international law during the escalating violence in Gaza.

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The UK High Court has backed the government's choice to keep exporting military gear to Israel, including parts for F-35 jets, despite objections from the Palestinian group Al-Haq. The ruling emphasizes that international relations fall under executive authority, but critics warn this could implicate the UK in potential breaches of international law during the escalating violence in Gaza.