British MP Ibtisam Muhammad, of Yemeni origin, took her oath in the British House of Commons, officially becoming the first woman of Yemeni descent to enter the British Parliament in history, committing to defend Gaza. In her speech, the Labour Party representative vowed to advocate for Gaza and seek a ceasefire after being elected for the Sheffield Central constituency.
MP Muhammad promised to fight for a ceasefire in Gaza, stating that she would use her parliamentary platform to push for a ceasefire and recognition of the Palestinian state. Ibtisam arrived in the UK from Yemen as a child, and her father worked in steel factories in Sheffield. In 2016, she secured a seat on Sheffield City Council. Her background as a lawyer helped her provide legal assistance to minority groups and refugees in the city. She also served as an education advisor in Sheffield, particularly during the COVID pandemic.
Ibtisam Muhammad is a prominent figure in the local Sheffield community and is recognized for her commitment to serving citizens and civic activism, focusing on fighting discrimination and inequality, highlighting the importance of education, addressing the cost of living crisis, and ensuring a safe transition to a green economy. The Labour Party selected Muhammad as the candidate for Sheffield Central after a competitive process, where she surpassed notable figures like Eddie Izzard.
The parliamentary elections in the UK were held on July 4, leading to the Labour Party winning 412 seats, resulting in party leader Keir Starmer becoming the Prime Minister of the UK.
