Starmer incurs MP’s wrath for planned Israel president meeting

WorldPolitics
11 Sep 2025 • 3:58 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Sir Keir Starmer's planned meeting with Israeli President Isaac Herzog has been strongly criticised by Stephen Flynn.
  • During Prime Minister's Questions, the SNP's Westminster leader condemned the invitation to Mr Herzog, citing his alleged call for the collective punishment of the Palestinian people.
  • Flynn highlighted the dire situation in Gaza, describing it as a 'graveyard' and questioning the decision to host Mr Herzog while children starve.
  • He challenged Sir Keir on whether he would extend invitations to other controversial figures such as Vladimir Putin or Benjamin Netanyahu.
  • Sir Keir Starmer defended his approach, stating that he would not abandon diplomacy in the pursuit of peace.

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