The British government has announced it will not invite Israeli government representatives to the upcoming DSEI UK 2025 arms fair in London, citing deepening concerns over Israel’s military actions in Gaza. The decision marks a significant diplomatic shift, as tensions between the two countries continue to escalate.
While Israeli defense companies are still permitted to participate in the September event, the absence of an official delegation has sparked outrage in Israel, which condemned the move as discriminatory. In response, Israel’s defense ministry declared it would withdraw entirely from the exhibition and cancel plans for a national pavilion.
This development follows a series of measures by Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s administration, including suspending arms export licenses to Israel, halting free trade negotiations, and imposing sanctions on two far-right Israeli ministers. The UK government reiterated its stance, calling for an immediate ceasefire, the release of hostages, and increased humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Starmer has also pledged to recognize a Palestinian state by September if Israel fails to take meaningful steps toward peace. Similar actions have been seen across Europe, with France recently restricting Israeli arms displays and EU ministers preparing to discuss further sanctions.
The diplomatic fallout underscores growing international pressure on Israel to de-escalate the conflict and pursue a negotiated resolution.
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