The delicacy with which Britain’s political leaders must address the crisis in the Middle East and its repercussions here at home becomes more apparent with each passing day.
Today’s exchanges in the Commons between Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer sensibly avoided any points-scoring over the conflict between Israel and Hamas, with both plainly keen to emphasise that their shared aim is to see an end to bloodshed. That is undoubtedly the right and responsible course of action, but how carefully both the Government and Opposition must tread was illustrated by the disquiet Sir Keir faces from elements of his own party.
For both Mr Sunak and Sir Keir – and their colleagues - striking the right tone in what they have to say about a conflict that provokes such strong emotions on all sides is unenviably difficult. It is imperative that words are weighed carefully and nothing is said that risks triggering unrest on Britain’s streets or distrust between communities.
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