More than 800 lawyers, academics, and retired judges are calling for the UK to impose sanctions on Israel and consider suspending it from the UN. They expressed support for PM Keir Starmer's statement but emphasized the need for immediate actions to prevent possible genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. Citing war crimes and serious humanitarian law violations, they argue that the UK's current responses are inadequate and threaten the integrity of international law. The letter also highlights recent threatening comments from Israeli officials.
"All states, including the UK, are legally obliged to take all reasonable steps within their power to prevent and punish genocide; to ensure respect for international humanitarian law…"
"The UK's actions to date have failed to meet those standards, leading to a deteriorating international climate of lawlessness and impunity…"
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