Arab Barghouti, son of the prominent Palestinian prisoner Marwan Barghouti, has called upon the UK government to prioritize his father's release in the context of Palestinian democratic renewal. He emphasized that without tangible diplomatic efforts to secure his father’s freedom, statements of support for a two-state solution would only result in false hope for the Palestinian people. He articulated that mere recognition of a Palestinian state by the UK is insufficient if it is not coupled with action aimed at achieving justice and freedom for Palestinians.

In his appeal, Arab Barghouti also asserted that there are no legal barriers preventing his father from participating in the upcoming Palestinian parliamentary elections, which are scheduled for 1 November, even if he remains imprisoned by Israeli authorities. This assertion highlights the challenges faced by Palestinian political prisoners and the broader implications for political engagement and democratic processes within Palestinian society. By framing his father as a unifying figure for the Palestinian movement, he seeks to emphasize the importance of Barghouti's release not just for individual rights but for collective political progress.

The call has resonated with a cross-party group of British MPs who have been advocating for Marwan Barghouti's release, arguing that his leadership is essential for advancing the peace process and achieving a two-state solution. Their campaign underscores the intersection of international politics and local struggles for justice, raising important questions about the role of foreign governments in mediating and influencing outcomes in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The demand for Barghouti’s release represents a broader plea for commitment to justice and the peace process, urging action that aligns with the rhetoric of support for Palestinian self-determination.