Denying MPs entry to Israel 'unacceptable', says Lammy

[ad_1] International Secretary David Lammy has criticised Israeli authorities after two Labour MPs had been denied entry to the nation, describing the transfer as "unacceptable, counterproductive, and deeply regarding".

Abtisam Mohamed and Yuan Yang had been refused entry as a result of they meant to unfold "hateful rhetoric" towards Israel, the Israeli inhabitants and immigration authority stated in an announcement reported by Israeli media.

Lammy stated: "I've made clear to my counterparts within the Israeli authorities that that is no option to deal with British Parliamentarians."

He stated the overseas workplace had been in contact with each MPs to supply help.

Ms Yang, MP for Earley and Woodley, and Ms Mohamed, MP for Sheffield Central, flew to the nation from Luton airport on Saturday with two aides, in accordance with reviews.

Inside Minister Moshe Arbel denied entry to all 4 people following an interrogation, the inhabitants authority stated in accordance with the Occasions of Israel.

The paper reported Israel had not verified the arrival of an official go to however in an announcement the UK International Workplace confirmed the group was a part of a parliamentary delegation.

"The UK authorities's focus stays securing a return to the ceasefire and negotiations to cease the bloodshed, free the hostages and finish the battle in Gaza," Lammy stated in an announcement.