UK conservative MP sacked for Gaza ceasefire call

UNITED KINGDOM — A British MP for the ruling Conservative party has been sacked for his government role after calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.اضافة اعلان

According to Downing Street, Paul Bristow had made comments which “were not consistent with the principles of collective responsibility,” BBC reported.

The UK government backs a humanitarian pause, not a full ceasefire, with the UK's prime minister emphasizing increased aid to Gaza while affirming Israel's right to self-defense.

In response, Bristow told the BBC, “I completely understand the PM’s decision. And it is with regret that I leave a job I enjoyed.”

He added, “But I can now talk openly about an issue so many of my constituents care deeply about.” Adding, “I can do this better from the backbenches than as part of the government payroll.”


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