An international delegation, including a Scottish National Party MP and a Scottish Green MSP, was denied entry by Israeli security forces, highlighting ongoing tensions over access to the region. The incident raises questions about restrictions faced by politicians and activists seeking to engage with Palestinian territories. Details of the delegation’s intended visit and the reasons for their rejection remain unclear. The development follows broader debates over diplomatic access and human rights monitoring in the area.


SNP MP Lara Bird and the Scottish Greens MSP Kate Nevens were part of an international delegation turned away by Israeli security forces.