Article from the International Middle East Media Centre [link]
Due to the closure of all border crossings by the Israeli authorities, hundreds of Palestinian students are still waiting for their opportunites to study abroad, including many who wish to come and study in Britain. Under international law, including the Declaration of Human Rights, every individual is guaranteed the right to an education.
As Israel has not provided an explanation for why these students are not allowed to leave Gaza, it is our role as UK students to stand up in solidarity and fight for their rights.
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