Labour Party leader Keir Starmer is facing criticism and internal divisions over his refusal to call for a ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza conflict. Andy Burnham, a senior member of the Labour Party, warned Starmer not to label those who support a ceasefire as 'disloyal', as there are fears that shadow cabinet members may quit. Starmer rejected calls for a ceasefire, stating that he only supports it for 'clear and specific humanitarian purposes'. He faced protests and cries of 'shame' as he left a speech where he reiterated his position. The party's divisions are becoming more apparent, with questions raised about whether Starmer would sack shadow ministers who support a ceasefire.
The real test for Keir Starmer is whether his intervention renews party unity, writes @freddiejh8. https://t.co/3wUrZi6sNZ
Sir Keir Starmer has said he understands calls for a ceasefire in Gaza, but argued it was not the "correct position" at the moment. Ian: "Is this more about ensuring that he continues to showcase his 'I'm not Corbyn' credentials?" @iancollinsuk https://t.co/6lIeK3QBU7
"These are typical Keir Starmer weasel words." The Sun's Trevor Kavanagh says the Labour leader wouldn’t “dare” to actually call for a ceasefire. @TVKev | @ThatAlexWoman | #TalkTV https://t.co/JhLpkaDnO3
Keir Starmer struggled to disguise Labour’s divides as he refused to say whether he would sack shadow ministers for backing a ceasefire, writes @REWearmouth. https://t.co/NMNDZvAk3q
Keir Starmer faces cries of "shame", with police having to hold protesters back from his car, as the Labour leader exited a speech where he rejected calls for a ceasefire in Gaza. https://t.co/ZV9d5f3mt7
Keir Starmer rejects calls for a ceasefire, apart from "clear and specific humanitarian purposes." "A ceasefire always freezes any conflict in the state where it currently lies... that would leave Hamas with the infrastructure and the capability." @Keir_Starmer | #TalkTV https://t.co/xhtgTNeU2n
"Keir Starmer has said he wants the cessation of violence". "That's a ceasefire! You can't let him get away with silly language games!" Kevin O'Sullivan clashes with MP Khalid Mahmood over pressure for the Labour leader to change his position on the Israel-Gaza war. @TVKev |… https://t.co/pFQ13quN6N https://t.co/H3RkZXGHdY
Andy Burnham warns Keir Starmer not to label Labour's increasing number of senior Gaza rebels 'disloyal' for backing demands for a ceasefire amid fears shadow cabinet members will quit over leader's refusal to call for an end to fighting https://t.co/eczGSTk6Z2 https://t.co/xtVv7dUT0A
Andy Burnham warns Keir Starmer not to label Labour's increasing number of senior Gaza rebels 'disloyal' for backing demands for a ceasefire amid fears shadow cabinet members will quit over leader's refusal to call for an end to fighting https://t.co/OThSZfO2eQ https://t.co/xqRfWzyq7d