Over 300 staff from the UK Foreign Office are urged to consider resigning after voicing concerns over the UK’s arms sales to Israel during the Gaza conflict, highlighting fears of complicity in alleged war crimes. Their letter criticizes Israel's disregard for international law and details incidents, such as the killing of humanitarian workers. The Foreign Office defended its actions but advised dissenting staff to consider resignation, leading to questions about the government’s stance on arms exports and international humanitarian compliance.
In a letter dated 16 May, more than 300 staff expressed fears that the UK Foreign Office was complicit in Israel's alleged war crimes in Gaza.
The reply from the Foreign Office's permanent under-secretary stated that if staff disagreed with government policy profoundly, they could honorably resign.
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