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HANSARDOfficial Development Assistance: Bilateral AllocationsMy Lords, more than 100 UNRWA staff are now suspected of having links with Hamas, with many being suspected of being actively involved in the appalling 7 October attacks; 70…16 Jun 2026 · 4d agoHANSARDRussia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2026My Lords, Russia’s illegal war in Ukraine is an indefensible act of aggression. The previous Government were both steadfast and consistent in their support for Ukraine and their…15 Jun 2026 · 5d agoHANSARDMiddle East: Iran ConflictMy Lords, I agree with the Minister that this is a positive step, although we still need to see a lot of the detail. Can the Minister say whether, if the strait is fully reopened,…15 Jun 2026 · 5d agoHANSARDBosnia and HerzegovinaMy Lords, this has been a very timely debate, and I congratulate my noble friend Lady Helic on securing time for it. She showed in her powerful opening speech her immense…11 Jun 2026HANSARDMiddle EastMy Lords, I first thank the Minister for the opportunity to ask questions on this important Statement. The situation in the Middle East continues to cause global instability, and…10 Jun 2026HANSARDBritish CouncilMy Lords, the British Council has an important role to play in helping the UK to project its influence as a force for good on the world stage. It is, consequently, a member of the…09 Jun 2026HANSARDCuba: Humanitarian SituationMy Lords, the original Question in the other place from Jeremy Corbyn MP was fundamentally misguided. The people of Cuba have long suffered from economic stagnation and political…09 Jun 2026HANSARDRussian Attacks on Civilian InfrastructureMy Lords, Britain has stood resolutely against Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine, and we continue to support the Government in their opposition to Putin’s war. Britain has a…08 Jun 2026HANSARDLebanon: Israel Defense Forces OperationsOver the weekend since the original Statement, Iran has launched ballistic missiles at Israel. Israel has since responded with retaliatory strikes against Iran. Of course, we all…08 Jun 2026HANSARDCombating Atrocity Crimes, Crimes Against Humanity and GenocideMy Lords, I will add to the paeons of praise for the noble Lord, Lord Alton, and all his tireless campaigning. He is the epitome of the phrase “campaigning Peer”. His treatment by…04 Jun 2026HANSARDKing’s SpeechMy Lords, I start by expressing total agreement with the Minister on the fantastic success of His Majesty’s visit to the United States. We saw an increasingly rare moment of…21 May 2026HANSARDDemocratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda: Ebola OutbreakMy Lords, the outbreak of Ebola in this region is extremely concerning, and we welcome the funding that the Minister has referenced. Can she perhaps say what support is available…21 May 2026HANSARDSyria (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2026My Lords, as the Minister said, this SI amends the sanctions on Syria to allow access to UK luxury goods exports. It follows previous steps to lift sanctions on Syria following…18 May 2026HANSARDSudanMy Lords, with so many terrible conflicts ongoing in the world at the moment, there is a danger of this one falling underneath the radar, so it is right that we are discussing it…21 Apr 2026HANSARDZimbabwe: ConstitutionMy Lords, I have listened carefully to what the Minister has had to say. These changes are profoundly undemocratic, extending the current presidential mandate and abolishing the…15 Apr 2026HANSARDDiego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory BillWhat about the delegation?14 Apr 2026HANSARDDiego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory BillMy Lords, I thank the noble Lord opposite for the opportunity to ask questions on this Statement. It is indeed a shame that nobody from the Foreign Office was available to turn up…14 Apr 2026HANSARDAntisemitism in International Human Rights BodiesMy Lords, recently, the Health Secretary introduced welcome powers to dismiss antisemitic medics. Will the Government consider applying similar provisions to international…26 Mar 2026HANSARDFormer Prime Minister Imran KhanMy Lords, I believe that we are about to start voting soon, but I will make a start. I, too, want to thank the noble Baroness, Lady Alexander of Cleveden, for securing this…26 Mar 2026HANSARDFormer Prime Minister Imran KhanAs many noble Lords have observed in the debate, the reports on Imran Khan’s health are now extremely worrying. Can the Minister say what efforts Ministers have made to confirm…26 Mar 2026