"77% of Labour's Muslim MPs, councillors, and mayors support ending UK arms exports to Israel, indicating a significant call for action regarding Gaza."
"The Labour Muslim Network's survey reveals 84% of Muslim representatives advocate for sanctions against Israel and 97% support recognizing Palestine as a state."
Labour is facing significant pressure from its Muslim MPs and councillors over how Keir Starmer is handling the Gaza crisis. A survey by the Labour Muslim Network showed that 77% believe the UK should halt arms exports to Israel, and 84% support imposing sanctions against the Israeli government. The overwhelming majority, 97%, are in favor of recognizing Palestine as a state. These responses highlight the party's political challenges regarding its position on Israel-Palestine relations, especially amid ongoing violence in Gaza and broader calls for humanitarian support.
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