Jeremy Corbyn launches Gaza Inquiry into Israel's crimes

This video report covers the Gaza Tribunal in central London, a landmark people’s inquiry hosted by Jeremy Corbyn and modelled on the Chilcot Inquiry into Britain’s role in the Iraq War. The event set out to examine the extent of British complicity in Israeli war crimes in Gaza, as the humanitarian catastrophe in the besieged enclave continues to escalate.

The tribunal brought together a powerful panel of doctors, surgeons, activists, journalists, and politicians with direct experience of the conflict. Testimonies highlighted not only the daily suffering of civilians under relentless bombardment, but also the UK government’s actions — and inactions — in response to Israel’s conduct. Speakers detailed Britain’s ongoing arms sales to Israel, its failure to call for an immediate ceasefire, and its political alignment with policies that have deepened the crisis.

In this video, you’ll hear from Jeremy Corbyn, who explains the purpose of the tribunal and why such inquiries are essential when governments fail to uphold international law. Other participants share their reasons for contributing to the inquiry, whether through medical testimony from Gaza, frontline reporting, or political analysis of Britain’s responsibility on the world stage.

The Gaza Tribunal aims to hold power to account, amplify the voices of those affected by Israeli aggression, and document evidence of crimes against humanity that demand international attention. It seeks to provide the truth that official bodies have avoided confronting.

This report captures the most compelling voices and moments from the event, offering a window into a growing movement demanding justice for Gaza and accountability for those enabling the atrocities.

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