Arab Organisation for Human Rights in the UK (AOHR UK) invites you to a vital webinar addressing the British government’s recent decision to suspend a portion of its arms export licenses to Israel. British Foreign Secretary David Lammy announced the suspension of 30 out of 350 arms export licenses due to concerns that these arms might be used to commit serious violations of international humanitarian law.
While this decision marks a significant step, it remains insufficient in the face of the ongoing genocidal war being waged against civilians in Gaza. The situation has resulted in the deaths of over 40,000 people and left nearly 95,000 injured, most of them women and children, with tens of thousands still missing under the rubble. The necessity of stopping all arms sales that could contribute to these atrocities cannot be overstated.
Key Discussion Points:
- The implications of the UK’s partial suspension of arms sales to Israel and why this is a necessary but inadequate step.
- The urgent need for other countries that provide military support to Israel to follow suit and halt their arms exports.
- The role of international law in ensuring that arms are not used to commit human rights violations.
- The continued escalation of the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza and the moral and legal responsibilities of the global community.
- The threats and pressures faced by the UK from countries such as the United States in response to this decision.
Speakers:
- Kirsten Bayes – Senior Campaigner at CAAT
- Michele Piras – European President of the League of Parliamentarians for Palestine
- Professor Haim Bresheeth- Jewish Historian and Filmmaker
- Craig Murray- British Former Diplomat
- Stefano Apuzzo – Former Member of Italian Parliament
- Howard Lee Chuan – Member of the Malaysian Parliament
- Mohamed Jamil – AOHR UK’s Chairman
Date and Time:
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
17:00 London Time | 12:00 New York
