Sadiq Khan mayor London of says Netanyahu not welcome in London over Gaza.
His remarks came days after New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani called for Benjamin Netanyahu to face justice over Gaza.
- Khan said Netanyahu is not welcome in London.
- He said he believes genocide is being committed in Gaza.
- He said he would lobby the UK government to enforce the ICC warrant if Netanyahu visited Britain.
- Israel rejects the allegations and disputes the court’s jurisdiction.
Sadiq Khan has said Benjamin Netanyahu is not welcome in London and stated that he would press the UK government to enforce the International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant if Netanyahu visited Britain. He linked this position to the Gaza war and said people accused of genocide should be held accountable.
The ICC issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and former Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant in November 2024 over alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity linked to the Gaza conflict. Israel rejects the allegations and disputes the court’s jurisdiction.
Khan’s comments are significant because they shift the debate from general criticism to the possibility of a legal and diplomatic confrontation. If Netanyahu were to travel to Britain, Khan has made it clear he would urge the Prime Minister to ensure the law is enforced.
His remarks also reflect a broader international trend, with increasing scrutiny of Netanyahu in several cities, highlighting how the Gaza conflict has become a major global political issue.
The reaction is expected to remain deeply divided. Supporters view Khan as taking a firm stand on civilian suffering and international law, while critics argue that his comments are inflammatory and one-sided.