UK MPs Deported from Israel Amid Rising Tensions

Two UK Labour MPs, Yuan Yang and Abtisam Mohamed, were denied entry and deported from Israel, sparking strong criticism from UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy. The Israeli authorities accused the MPs of planning to 'document the activities of security forces and spread anti-Israel hatred', and claimed they intended to promote boycotts and spread false accusations against Israel. Lammy condemned the action as 'unacceptable, counterproductive, and deeply concerning', emphasizing the UK's focus on restoring a ceasefire in the ongoing Gaza conflict. This incident occurs amid heightened tensions following the collapse of a brief truce between Israel and Hamas, with renewed military operations in Gaza resulting in over 50,000 Palestinian deaths. The UK government has communicated its stance to Israeli counterparts, seeking to resolve the diplomatic row. The MPs' deportation has further strained diplomatic relations between the UK and Israel during this sensitive period.