SCOTTISH Labour’s Anas Sarwar has branded Keir Starmer’s claim that Israel had “the right” to cut off water and power to…
’s Anas Sarwar has branded Keir Starmer’s claim that Israel had “the right” to cut off water and power to Gaza “hurtful” – but also insisted his boss “never” actually meant that.group leader made the comments in an interview with the Daily Record, in which he responded to a statement made by Starmer during an interview with LBC earlier in October.
The party saw resignations of councillors over the issue, who accused Starmer of “horrific and dehumanising rhetoric” in “accepting Israel’s right to carry out collective punishment”. Sarwar also told the Record he was struggling to sleep amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza, saying: “I know how heartbroken I am. I know how emotionally distraught I am. I know about the struggle to sleep, the emotional toll.
Danmark Seneste Nyt, Danmark Overskrifter
Similar News:Du kan også læse nyheder, der ligner denne, som vi har indsamlet fra andre nyhedskilder.
Anas Sarwar says Keir Starmer 'hurt' Muslim communities over Gaza commentsSpeaking exclusively to the Record, the Scottish Labour leader said he had been struggling to sleep over the conflict.
Læs mere »
Gaza crisis has strained relations between Keir Starmer and Anas SarwarDaily Record Political Editor Paul Hutcheon says, despite differences of opinion on Israel's response in Gaza, they remain close.
Læs mere »
Anas Sarwar admits Keir Starmer's comments hurt Muslim communitiesAnas Sarwar acknowledges that Keir Starmer's remarks about Israel withholding water and energy from Gaza hurt Muslim communities. Sarwar believes that Starmer should have clarified his mistake earlier and acknowledges the need for repair work in society.
Læs mere »
Keir Starmer and Anas Sarwar Clash Over Israel's Bombardment of GazaThe Israeli bombardment of Gaza has caused a major disagreement between Keir Starmer and Anas Sarwar, with Starmer's comments on overseas NHS workers and Israel's actions causing tension. Despite their differences, the two remain allies due to their political goals.
Læs mere »
Labour frontbencher dismisses Anas Sarwar Gaza ceasefire callA LABOUR frontbencher dismissed calls from Anas Sarwar and Sadiq Khan for a ceasefire in Gaza as they’re “not part of the shadow cabinet”.
Læs mere »
Keir Starmer To Reject Calls For Israeli-Hamas Ceasefire Despite Labour BacklashKevin Schofield is Politics Editor of HuffPost UK.
Læs mere »