We call for the immediate resignation of Angus Robertson as the Scottish Government’s External Relations and Culture Minister following his meeting with the Deputy Israeli Ambassador to the UK, at which they discussed deepening Scottish relations with the Israeli government in fields including technology, culture and renewable energy.

We also call on the Scottish government to dissolve the Holyrood cross-party group, 'Building Bridges with Israel' whose stated purpose includes, 'to engage with Israel and build links based on business, culture and academia'.

On 19 July the International Court of Justice ruled that Israel practices apartheid and segregation, and is in illegal occupation of the Palestinian territories. The ICJ stated there is a duty on all states not to cooperate with and to act against these practices. It is expected of every government or organ of government, that they follow a policy of non-cooperation and anti-apartheid action.

The Scottish Government decision to ignore this obligation and, instead, deepen ties with Israel is abhorrent to the Scottish people more especially at a time when Israel is awaiting trial before the ICJ for allegedly committing genocide at this moment in Gaza.

No excuses are acceptable. Angus Robertson must resign with immediate effect. The Holyrood cross-party group, 'Building Bridges with Israel' must be dissolved until Israel is in compliance with international law.