Starmer says Gaza fighting ‘must stop now’ and warns against Rafah assault

Labour leader calls for a ceasefire that lasts' in speech to Scottish party delegates in Glasgow

Keir Starmer has said the fighting must stop now" in Gaza, warning Israel not to extend its military offensive to the southern city of Rafah ahead of another potential crunch point for his party over the crisis.

The Labour leader made the comments in a speech to the Scottish Labour conference in Glasgow, where he has faced renewed pressure ahead of a crucial Commons vote on Wednesday over a motion calling for an immediate ceasefire.