Starmer: Declared friend of Israel, Palestinians unimpressed

Labour leader's speech fails to impress Palestinians

Sir Keir Starmer has declared himself to be both a friend of Israel and Palestine. Unfortunately, few Palestinians reading the speech are convinced.

Bloody plan

Their aim on October the 7th was not just to kill Jews; it was to bring death upon their fellow Muslims in Gaza. A plan written in blood.

Keir Starmer is a friend of Israel. It would be an easy task to use his unstinting support for Israel as it continues to pulverise Gaza as the basis for this accusation.

Labour's position

Sir Keir Starmer delivers a speech detailing the Labour Party's position on the conflict in the Middle East.

The Labour leader has been under pressure to clarify his party's stance on the issue.

Palestinian recognition

Labours manifesto will include a plan to officially recognize a Palestinian state as part of the peace process. The Independent can reveal.