The Labour government has achieved a seemingly impossible task by bringing together both staunch supporters of Israel and vocal Palestinian defenders, but the unity comes from shared frustration with the UK government.
The point of convergence was Britain's suspension of 30 arms export licences to Israel, determined due to a risk of violations of international humanitarian law.
The timing of the suspension coincided with a moment of mourning in Jerusalem, highlighting the deep tensions surrounding the announcement and incurring anger from both sides.
Former PM Boris Johnson questioned Labour's motivations, suggesting their actions were politically calculated to appease a left-leaning base upset over the ongoing conflict.
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