Labour MP Richard Burgon: British foreign policy fails Gaza by prioritising US interests

Speaking to Middle East Eye at the London march for Palestine, Labour MP Richard Burgon said the UK government’s failure to act decisively against Israel’s war crimes stems from its long-standing tendency to follow US foreign policy, regardless of which party is in power.
He argued that, despite widespread public opposition to Israel’s actions in Gaza and strong support for an arms embargo, the British government continues to prioritise geopolitical alliances over legal and moral obligations.
Burgon called for a shift toward a truly independent and ethical foreign policy—one rooted in international law, human rights, and conflict resolution.

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