The Foreign Office has ordered an internal review concerning the handling of the case involving Alaa Abd El Fattah, a British-Egyptian activist. The review aims to identify and address any failures or errors in the process that led to controversy or mishandling. This decision follows recent statements from Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, who emphasized that both she and Sir Keir Starmer were unaware of Abd El Fattah’s past tweets, which have been characterized as ’abhorrent’ by officials. The review intends to ensure that diplomatic procedures and communication strategies are aligned with accurate and complete information, avoiding unintended lapses in protocol or oversight. The investigation will also examine internal decision-making processes, aiming to improve transparency and accountability in future cases involving diplomatic sensitivities and activist interests.