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Why is the UK facing an arms export challenge?

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The UK faces an arms export challenge due to legal and ethical scrutiny over its exports to Israel, with advocacy groups questioning compliance with international humanitarian law and the extent of judicial oversight.

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UK high court challenge: Palestinian supporters contest arms ruling

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  • Al-Haq is seeking to challenge a UK High Court ruling on arms exports to Israel.
  • The previous court decision found no legal fault in the government's licensing of F-35 jet parts. 18s
  • Al-Haq and other groups question the UK's accountability under international law. 33s
  • The UK government says its export licensing process complies with national and international law. 1m 4s
  • The case highlights issues of court oversight and the UK's role in the global arms trade. 1m 11s
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UK high court challenge: Palestinian supporters contest arms ruling
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Al Jazeera
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UK high court challenge: Palestinian supporters contest arms ruling

Al-Haq argues the ruling raises questions about how Britain is held to account and whether it complies with international humanitarian law.

UK high court challenge: Palestinian supporters contest arms ruling
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Al Jazeera
7 hours ago
UK high court challenge: Palestinian supporters contest arms ruling

The UK claims its export licensing process is rigorous and compliant with national and international law, but the case highlights scrutiny of Britain's role in the global arms trade and judicial oversight.

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