Politics · 18 July 2026

Thousands march in London urging Andy Burnham to toughen Israel stance

Police imposed Public Order Act conditions for Saturday's National March for Palestine in central London, where officers made eight arrests after a small counter-demonstration. Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn urged incoming prime minister Andy Burnham to stop UK arms supplies to Israel and back stronger action. Burnham has called for more sanctions, including banning trade with illegal settlements, but said international courts should decide genocide claims.

By BriefTea Editorial · 18 July 2026 at 18:31

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