UK’s F-35 exports more important than stopping genocide, lawyers to argue
World news | The GuardianMonday, May 12, 2025 at 6:00:45 AM
** UK government lawyers will argue in court that maintaining the country's role in the F-35 fighter jet program is more important than complying with arms export laws or preventing potential genocide in Israel. The case challenges whether ministers illegally supplied parts used in attacks on Palestinians.
What This Means: ** This case highlights tensions between military-industrial interests and ethical obligations in international conflicts. If the UK prioritizes arms exports over legal and humanitarian concerns, it could set a troubling precedent for global arms trade accountability and human rights enforcement.
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