Sadiq Khan Describes Gaza Situation as “Genocide,” Diverging from Official UK Government Position

Khan breaks ranks with Starmer to accuse Israel of genocide

Labour Mayor of London’s intervention follows almost two years of party splits on the issue

Sadiq Khan breaks ranks with Labour government to call Gaza devastation 'genocide' for first time

The Mayor of London has previously resisted calls to label Israel's military campaign a genocide but now says it's "inescapable" to conclude that

Sadiq Khan accuses Israel of committing 'genocide' in Gaza

The Mayor of London said his conclusion was ‘inescapable’ after the UN found that Benjamin Netenyahu’s administration ‘orchestrated a genocidal campaign for almost two years’

Sadiq Khan calls out Gaza 'genocide', as Starmer 'delays' recognising Palestinian state until end of Trump's state visit

It is reported that the government wants to avoid Gaza, and looming recognition of Palestinian statehood, dominating the news agenda following talks between Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump on Thursday.

Sadiq Khan calls out Gaza 'genocide' as Starmer 'delays' recognising Palestinian state until end of Trump's state visit

Cliff Notes London‘s Mayor Sadiq Khan labels the situation in Gaza a “genocide,” contradicting the UK government’s stance amid rising political tensions. The UN has reported that a genocide is occurring in Gaza, which Israel continues to deny; the UK government insists it has not found evidence of genocidal intent. PM Rishi Sunak is reportedly [...]