Bolstering his stance, a powerful coalition of more than 250 British lawmakers sent a formal letter urging the Prime Minister to act immediately on recognition. The cross-party initiative reflects the rising parliamentary and public demand for tangible diplomatic pressure to address the crisis.
“Recognition is not just a gesture — it is a declaration that Britain stands on the side of international law, human dignity, and peace,” wrote the MPs.
Starmer acknowledged the letter during his statement, describing the lawmakers' plea as "a strong mandate to reevaluate our position and take bold, just action." He warned that continued inaction by Israel could trigger a significant rupture in the UK's longstanding support, including arms sales and intelligence cooperation.