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Israel: Terrorism

Asked by Dr Rupa HuqLabourForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 16 December 2025UIN 98804

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, if she will issue a response to Israel’s plans to introduce a mandatory death penalty for terrorism against Israel.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

The UK Government's policy on the death penalty is clear: we oppose it in all circumstances, as a matter of principle.

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