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Sir Edward speaks on illegal settlements

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Thursday, 9 July, 2026
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Sir Edward Leigh in the Chamber

We must be sensitive of the reality that Israel is surrounded by enemies, and the Jewish people have a right to defend themselves.

However, peaceful Palestinian citizens who have merely tilled their land for 2000 years are being bullied and forced out of their homes. We should be united and accept that constant armed aggression cannot go on forever and must come to a peaceful solution.

You can view my speech in the commons here. 

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