HUMAN RIGHTS WATCH RAIN OF FIRE REPORT

Early day motion 1203, tabled 26 March 2009 by Paul Rowen (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 17 members.

That this House notes the publication of the report Rain of Fire by Human Rights Watch on the subject of Israel's use of white phosphorus in Gaza; further notes that the document illustrates Israel's extensive use of white phosphorus munitions during its most recent military operation in Gaza; further notes that the report concludes that the Israel Defence Forces repeatedly exploded white phosphorus munitions in the air over populated areas, killing and injuring civilians and damaging civilian structures; recognises the principles of distinction and proportionality enshrined in customary international law; and calls for an urgent, international, impartial fact-finding mission to begin the process of criminal prosecution in relation to the Gaza conflict.

Signatures by party: Labour 10, Liberal Democrat 5, Conservative 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.