Labour calls government stance on Israel an 'embarrassment'
Labour is calling the government's stance on Israel an embarrassment to the country, and falls short of its responsibilities under the genocide convention. While the UK, France and Canada are imposing trade barriers on Israel, NZ is not following suit. Labour's foreign affairs spokesperson is promising to make sanctions - and recognition of Palestine - her top priority if the party wins government at the election. Political reporter Russell Palmer has more.
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