UK parliament to debate probe into Israeli lobbying grip on British politics

Over 116,000 people have signed a petition demanding an inquiry into how pro-Israel organizations shape UK government decisions, party policy, and public debate.

British lawmakers are set to debate on 22 June whether to launch a formal inquiry into Israeli lobbying influence over UK political decision-making. 

The petition demands accountability for what they describe as a systematic Israeli effort to control Britain's political agenda.

“We feel that the horrific devastation in Gaza, the ongoing suppression of Palestinians in the West Bank, and the UK’s political response underline the urgent need to scrutinize how pro-Israel organizations, networks, and lobbying efforts may shape government decisions, party policy, and public debate,” the petition read.