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Israel Defense Forces: British Nationals Abroad

Question for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

UIN HL3705, tabled on 27 March 2024

To ask His Majesty's Government how many British or dual British nationals are currently serving in the Israel Defence Forces.

Answered on

12 April 2024

We are aware of reports of UK citizens travelling to fight for the Israel Defence Force (IDF), but the Government does not estimate the numbers of those who have done so.

The UK recognises the right of British nationals with more than one nationality to serve in the legitimately recognised armed forces of their additional nationalities.