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Labour's Burnham Calls for Sanctions, Trade Ban on Israel.

7/10/2026

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Andy Burnham, Labour leader tipped to become Britain’s prime minister later this month, said the UK must increase pressure on Israel over Gaza.
Burnham criticized former Prime Minister Keir Starmer for delaying a cease-fire call in Gaza.
Burnham urged additional sanctions and a ban on trade with illegal Israeli settlements.
Israel’s military continues strikes in Gaza, citing Hamas fire and regional threats from Iran and Hezbollah.

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Andy Burnham, Labour leader tipped to become Britain’s prime minister later this month, said the UK must increase pressure on Israel over Gaza.
Burnham criticized former Prime Minister Keir Starmer for delaying a cease-fire call in Gaza.
Burnham urged additional sanctions and a ban on trade with illegal Israeli settlements.
Israel’s military continues strikes in Gaza, citing Hamas fire and regional threats from Iran and Hezbollah.